The Count of Monte Cristo

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great coolness.

"Oh, what a dreadful event!" cried Maximilian.

"Not for the countess, or for Albert," said Monte Cristo; "a dead father
or husband is better than a dishonored one,--blood washes out shame."

"Poor countess," said Maximilian, "I pity her very much; she is so noble
a woman!"

"Pity Albert also, Maximilian; for believe me he is the worthy son
of the countess. But let us return to yourself. You have hastened to
me--can I have the happiness of being useful to you?"

"Yes, I need your help: that is I thought like a madman that you could
lend me your assistance in a case where God alone can succor me."