Notwithstanding the critical situation in which he was, the marquis could not forbear laughing at this outburst of the worthy captain.
"Never mind," answered he, "do not deprive me of your lessons. Perhaps they will be of use."
"With the favour of God, my lord; listen to me, then. This is what we ought to do."
"I am all attention."
"We ought not to penetrate any farther into the desert before having some positive information as to the movement of our enemies. This information I alone can obtain, by mixing with them and introducing myself into their villages. Do you understand me, my lord?"
"Pretty well; one thing alone in what you have told me remains doubtful."
"What is it?"
"You intend yourself to go and seek news."
"Just so; such is my intention."
"Do you not think that will be very imprudent? You risk being discovered."