“But that’s what he wishes to speak about.”
“Yes, and I know how he can talk and get round a man. Why, if I went to his place yonder he’d talk me into stopping, and I’m not going to do that now.”
“Nonsense! Father only wants to say a few words more. He has forgiven you—I mean, us—and, after he has spoken, everything will be as it was before. He says it’s all nonsense about your going away.”
Serge nodded.
“Yes, I knew he’d say that, my boy. Of course he would.”
“Well,” said Marcus, impatiently, “isn’t that what you want?”
“No, not now, boy. Things can never be the same again.”
“Why not?” cried Marcus.
“Because they can’t, boy.”
“Oh, Serge, don’t be so obstinate!”