My good friend, said Porthos, after having respired vigorously, we are arrived, it seems. But I thought you spoke of three men,- three servants who were to accompany us. I dont see them; where are they?
Why should you see them, dear Porthos? replied Aramis. They are certainly waiting for us in the cavern, and, no doubt, are resting for a moment after having accomplished their rough and difficult task. He stopped Porthos, who was preparing to enter the cavern. Will you allow me, my friend, said he to the giant, to pass in first? I know the signal I have given to these men, who, not hearing it, would be very likely to fire upon you or s***h away with their knives in the dark.
Go on, then, Aramis; go on,- go first. You are all wisdom and prudence; go on. Ah! there is that fatigue of which
