“And Monsieur de Bragelonne, a young man fifteen years of age, attached to the Prince de Conde — has he the honor of being known to you?” diffident in allowing the sarcastic Aramis to perceive how strong were his paternal feelings.
“Yes, surely, he came with the prince; a charming young man; he is one of your friends then, monsieur le comte?”
“Yes, sir,” answered Athos, agitated; “so much so that I wish to see him if possible.”
“Quite possible, sir; do me the favor to accompany me and I will conduct you to headquarters.”
“Halloo, there!” cried Aramis, turning around; “what a noise behind us!”
“A body of cavaliers is coming toward us,”