He bowed, and was about to retire.
"Monsieur Fanfar," said Irène, "you are right, and I thank you."
Then, turning to Gudel, she asked him with bewitching grace to retain two seats for her.
"Certainly, and the best. Will we not, Fanfar?"
The young man met Irène's eyes, and started.
"Will you give these few louis to the poor?" added Irène, "and I will accept two seats gratefully."