The Count of Monte Cristo

Back Forward Menu

"Ah, yes; what could I say?"

"That an unfaithful tutor, bought over by the enemies of your family"--

"By the Corsinari?"

"Precisely. Had stolen away this child, in order that your name might
become extinct."

"That is reasonable, since he is an only son."

"Well, now that all is arranged, do not let these newly awakened
remembrances be forgotten. You have, doubtless, already guessed that I
was preparing a surprise for you?"

"An agreeable one?" asked the Italian.