"Let us speak of your affairs," she continued. "I am told the committee has ordered you to await its permission before returning to the army."
"How did you know that?" he demanded in surprise.
"Oh, I know many things that are going on in this strange world," and she gave the old toss of her head. "Now do not talk, but listen. You must return to the army. A soldier like you is at a disadvantage among these intriguers. They will suspect you for the simple reason that they suspect every one. You, who are accustomed to fight openly, will fall a victim to their wiles."
"My enemies may find that I can strike back," said Tournay quietly.
La Liberté shrugged her shoulders.
"Did you receive a letter this afternoon?" she asked quickly.
"Did you write that letter?"
"I never write letters," she answered significantly; "but if you received one and read it, you know the names of some of your enemies. What can you do with such an array against you? I repeat, you are no match for them. You must go back to your command."
"That is what I desire above all else," answered Tournay.
"You can go to-morrow, if you wish," said the demoiselle.