human
Subsequently Répentigny was always held in disgrace, and after the loss of Canada he took refuge on the other side of the world. They say young Philibert has followed him thither. What do you think of the story?
gpt
Are you willing to wear the name?
human
I am willing to wear it long enough to see Versailles. But with your permission only.
gpt
Not so, Germain, I entreat you as a free man.
human
It is hard. It is to give up so much for ever.
gpt
This sacrifice is the call of Honour, which stands above every consideration. Promise to remember that in deciding.
human
I promise it, exclaimed Germain, who stood pondering.
gpt
Yet, sir, tell me one thing.
human
Willingly.
gpt
That should I decide to go, I am at least not to lose your affection.
human
No, no, Germain, you have it for ever. Have no fear of that, whatever else. The heart of the father changes not towards the son. Nor shall ever your secret be lost through me. But, alas! I see you already resolving to do that that my honour, to which I refer every question, does not commend.