They returned to Bonvalet's, where the waiter made the same reply:
"Everything's taken in the public room; but I happen to have a private room; I advise you to take it quick, or somebody else will get possession."
Dupont looked at Georgette, who replied:
"All right! let's take the private room, as we can't do anything else."
Our gallant was overjoyed. The waiter escorted them into a warm, comfortable, well-closed room, where a table was already laid for two.
"Really, one would think that they expected us!" said Georgette, removing her bonnet and shawl.
"Guests are always expected at a restaurant."
"Of course; but these two covers all laid!"
"It is probably a room in which they never put more than two."
"No matter. Give your order quickly, monsieur, for I am awfully hungry."