"Do you know Muse?" asked he.
"Yes, I used to see her often."
"Do you know the mother?"
"Very little."
"Then learn that they are two very dangerous women. The daughter, reared in luxury, without being worth a sou, seeks a rich husband. Take care of yourself. They will catch you, if possible. They are setting their cap for you already."
"Why, I have only just arrived!"
"The mothers of these days have, such a scent that they smell from afar the marriageable young men. Take care of yourself. This Muse is enchantingly beautiful and versed in all deceit."
"Very beautiful women do not please me."
"She can make herself anything you wish, for she can divine your thoughts."
Seated by the mistress of the house, Muse turned her head. She immediately understood that Simon was acting the part of Mentor to the young Telemachus, and called to him familiarly:--