In conformity with his promise he returned immediately to the General, who continued to pace the three rooms, and cried out as he saw him:
"Eh, well?"
"Very well indeed, General, perfect—everything goes well."
"You have seen her?"
"Yes, certainly."
"And she said to you—"
"Not much; but she seemed enchanted."
"Seriously, you did not remark anything strange?"
"I remarked she was very lovely!"
"Parbleu! and you think she loves me a little?"