"Yes," said the engagé, "trust to us, we answer for him with our heads."
"That is well, I accept your word; and now, sir," he added, addressing Don Antonio, "be good enough to follow these two men."
"I yield to force, sir."
"Very good, that is how I regard the matter, but reassure yourself, your captivity will be neither harsh nor long, and I shall keep the promises I have made you, if you keep yours. Now, go and farewell for the present."
The Spaniard, without replying, placed himself between his two keepers voluntarily and left the room.
Montbarts remained alone.