The Count of Monte Cristo

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you."

"I thank you from the depths of my heart," said the young man, taking
the spoon from the hands of Monte Cristo. The count took another spoon,
and again dipped it into the golden box. "What are you going to do, my
friend?" asked Morrel, arresting his hand.

"Well, the fact is, Morrel, I was thinking that I too am weary of life,
and since an opportunity presents itself"--

"Stay!" said the young man. "You who love, and are beloved; you, who
have faith and hope,--oh, do not follow my example. In your case it
would be a crime. Adieu, my noble and generous friend, adieu; I will
go and tell Valentine what you have done for me." And slowly, though
without any hesitation, only waiting to press the count's hand
fervently, he swallowed the mysterious substance offered by Monte
Cristo. Then they were both silent. Ali, mute and attentive, brought the