"Do you know your opinion is also mine?"
"Pardieu! I know it well. Now that these fellows are curbed, this is what I propose—"
"Well?"
"But, take particular notice that it is only in your interest."
"I am convinced of it."
"If it is agreeable to you, as these bandits profess a certain respect for me, I offer to accompany you as far as Tucumán."
"My dear compatriot, nothing can be more agreeable to me in every way than this proposition. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are literally saving my life."
"Pardon me—but on one condition."
"But what is that condition?" said the old man.
"It is simple; I believe that you will accept it with enthusiasm," answered the young man, laughing.