The Count of Monte Cristo

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that would have produced on the announcement of her marriage!"

"Hush," said the count, "do not joke in so loud a tone; Haidee may hear
you, perhaps."

"And you think she would be angry?"

"No, certainly not," said the count with a haughty expression.

"She is very amiable, then, is she not?" said Albert.

"It is not to be called amiability, it is her duty; a slave does not
dictate to a master."

"Come; you are joking yourself now. Are there any more slaves to be had
who bear this beautiful name?"