"But here is another matter. Remember this: Don Torribio must be kept in the dark. To all the world, and to this man in particular, Don Fernando is dead."
"Speak on; I think I understand you."
"Don Fernando's wounds, though many, are not severe. The loss of blood, and the speed with which he was brought hither, are the sole causes of the lethargy into which he has fallen, and out of which he will soon awake."
"Good; Now, what am I to do?"
"He must not see me."
"Very good; nothing can be easier."
"Nor must he recognise you."
"That will be more difficult; he knows me well."
"It is most important."
"I will try."