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THE COUNT OF MONTE-CRISTO.
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"I did not like to go to him without first seeing you."
"Why?"
"Because the count is doubtless aware that I accompanied you to the meeting this morning."
"It is probable," said Albert.
"And since he has sent for me it is doubtless to question me on what happened there. What must I answer?"
"The truth."
"Then I shall say the duel did not take place?"
