Mlle H. Alain go and tell Monsieur Manuel I wish for a few moments' conversation with him.
Alain. Monsieur Manuel, M'lle? Why, bless you, he's been at Largeot for the last three days.
Mlle H. He has returned. I saw him ride into the court-yard some fifteen minutes since.
Alain. Where shall I tell him to come to you, Mademoiselle?
Mlle H. Are all your preparations made here?
Alain. Yes, Mademoiselle. I have sent the servants to other work.
Mlle H. Request, Mons. Manuel, then, to see me here, and to come instantly, as it is important I should speak to him at once.
Alain. Very well, Mademoiselle.
[Exit.
Mlle Helouin goes to Arches and ascertains that no one is near to listen.