The Count of Monte Cristo

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millionaire."

"Which seems to me the finest title under the royalty of July," replied
Danglars.

"Unfortunately," said Monte Cristo, "one's title to a millionaire does
not last for life, like that of baron, peer of France, or Academician;
for example, the millionaires Franck & Poulmann, of Frankfort, who have
just become bankrupts."

"Indeed?" said Danglars, becoming pale.

"Yes; I received the news this evening by a courier. I had about a
million in their hands, but, warned in time, I withdrew it a month ago."

"Ah, mon Dieu," exclaimed Danglars, "they have drawn on me for 200,000
francs!"