"Are they not correct?" asked Germain.
"Without a doubt."
"Is not my father the Chevalier de Lincy?"
"It seems so."
"Then we have only to ask, as it is a family matter, that you add this name to the contract of marriage, and give us a copy."
"It cannot be done, sir."
Germain felt a check. He was silent.
"Do not say that, d'Aguilhe," the merchant said; "if the boy wants it, let him have it. What do I care?"
"No sir, it cannot be done."
"Cannot be done? for me? Have I done nothing for you, M. d'Aguilhe? Have I not been a good client to you?"