The filibuster, followed by the engagé, proceeded slowly towards his house.
At the moment when he left the town, a man placed himself before him, and bowed.
"What do you want with me?" the adventurer asked, giving him a scrutinizing glance.
"To say a word to you."
"Say on."
"Are you Captain Montbarts?"
"You must be a stranger, to ask that question."
"No matter. Answer."
"I am Captain Montbarts."
"In that case, this letter is for you."