The Count of Monte Cristo

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would do me good." The two friends walked out on the fortress. When
arrived at the Madeleine,--"Since we are out," said Beauchamp, "let
us call on M. de Monte Cristo; he is admirably adapted to revive one's
spirits, because he never interrogates, and in my opinion those who ask
no questions are the best comforters."

"Gladly," said Albert; "I love him--let us call."



Chapter 85. The Journey.

Monte Cristo uttered a joyful exclamation on seeing the young men
together. "Ah, ha!" said he, "I hope all is over, explained and
settled."

"Yes," said Beauchamp; "the absurd reports have died away, and should