At this the general called out,
"Is this a duel, sir?"
"Yes."
"You cannot fight here; you are within the ban."
"No matter."
"It does matter; and I, at all events, refuse to be a witness. I am on guard at the castle, and you have taken me by surprise."
"Be quiet; I will answer for everything. I owe this gentleman satisfaction, and I mean to give it him here."
"M. Casanova," said the general, "you cannot fight here."
"Then why have I been brought here? I shall defend myself wherever I am attacked."
"Lay the whole matter before the king, and you shall have my voice in your favour."