"Do you mean, then, to assassinate him?" exclaimed Rodolph. "If you have any such intention, let us give up the job altogether; I will have no hand in it,—so don't rely on me—"
"But if he wakes?"
"We will take to our heels."
"Well, just as you like; only it is better to come to a clear understanding beforehand. So, then, ours is simply a mere robbery with forcible entry—"
"Nothing more."
"That's very silly and contemptible; but so be it."
"And as I will not leave you for a second," thought Rodolph, "I will prevent you from shedding blood."