The Count of Monte Cristo

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"Do you want me to go away?"

"Ah, no, no. But do not let us lose time; you are the subject on which I
wish to speak."

"True, we must be quick, for we have scarcely ten minutes more to pass
together."

"Ma foi," said Maximilian, in consternation.

"Yes, you are right; I am but a poor friend to you. What a life I
cause you to lead, poor Maximilian, you who are formed for happiness! I
bitterly reproach myself, I assure you."

"Well, what does it signify, Valentine, so long as I am satisfied, and
feel that even this long and painful suspense is amply repaid by five
minutes of your society, or two words from your lips? And I have also