The Count of Monte Cristo

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ocean."

"Remember," chimed in La Carconte, "those two could crush you at a
single blow!"

"How so?" inquired the abbe. "Are these persons, then, so rich and
powerful?"

"Do you not know their history?"

"I do not. Pray relate it to me!" Caderousse seemed to reflect for a few
moments, then said, "No, truly, it would take up too much time."

"Well, my good friend," returned the abbe, in a tone that indicated
utter indifference on his part, "you are at liberty, either to speak or
be silent, just as you please; for my own part, I respect your scruples
and admire your sentiments; so let the matter end. I shall do my duty