The Count of Monte Cristo

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"It is, nevertheless, conclusive to my mind. My ten years of service
have also confirmed my ideas on the subject of sudden inspirations, for
I have several times owed my life to a mysterious impulse which directed
me to move at once either to the right or to the left, in order to
escape the ball which killed the comrade fighting by my side, while it
left me unharmed."

"Dear Maximilian, why not attribute your escape to my constant prayers
for your safety? When you are away, I no longer pray for myself, but for
you."

"Yes, since you have known me," said Morrel, smiling; "but that cannot
apply to the time previous to our acquaintance, Valentine."

"You are very provoking, and will not give me credit for anything; but
let me hear this second proof, which you yourself own to be absurd."