“No, citizen First Consul, although it is of such importance—”
“You would prefer to be alone.”
“Beyond doubt. But prudence—”
“The most prudent thing in France, citizen Morgan, is courage.”
“My presence here, general, proves that I agree with you perfectly.”
Bonaparte turned to the young colonel.
“Leave us alone, Roland,” said he.
“But, general—” objected Roland.
Bonaparte went up to him and said in a low voice: “I see what it is. You are curious to know what this mysterious cavalier of the highroad has to say to me. Don’t worry; you shall know.”
“That’s not it. But suppose, as you said just now, he is an assassin.”