"Unfortunately, the people do not remember good works so easily," Lafayette answered. "Believe me, such faith is only grasping at a straw."
"My faith is strong. I shall find a lodging in Paris. I have been a market woman already; if necessary, I can sink to a lower level. Of my own will I shall not leave Paris again until I have contrived to set Lucien Bruslart free."
"He is not a prisoner, mademoiselle. I have already sent for him."
"Is that safe?" asked Barrington, quickly. "For you, I mean?"
"I think so. At any rate, it was necessary."
"Do you say he is not a prisoner?" said Jeanne.
"He may be here at any moment," said Lafayette.
"Have we been deceived?" Barrington exclaimed.
"I cannot tell," Lafayette answered. "It is true that Monsieur Bruslart was in the Conciergerie, but he speedily convinced the authorities that a mistake had been made. I believe he is considered a thorough patriot now."
Jeanne looked at Barrington, who met her gaze unflinchingly.