The Count of Monte Cristo

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"Very brave," said Monte Cristo; "I have seen him sleep with a sword
suspended over his head."

"And I know he has fought two duels," said Morrel. "How can you
reconcile that with his conduct this morning?"

"All owing to your influence," replied Monte Cristo, smiling.

"It is well for Albert he is not in the army," said Morrel.

"Why?"

"An apology on the ground!" said the young captain, shaking his head.

"Come," said the count mildly, "do not entertain the prejudices of
ordinary men, Morrel! Acknowledge, that if Albert is brave, he cannot
be a coward; he must then have had some reason for acting as he did this