The Chevalier looked at the coin in his hand, at D'Hérouville, then

back at the coin.

"Believe me or not, Monsieur. I overheard what took place, and in

justice to myself I had to speak." D'Hérouville touched his hat and

departed.

The Chevalier stood alone, staring with blurred eyes at the sinister

contents of his hand.




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