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When Artois had finished writing he joined
Gaspare. He had a great wish that day to break down a reserve he had
respected for many years, but he knew Gaspare's determined character,
his power of obstinate, of dogged silence. Gaspare's will had been
strong when he was a boy. The passing of the years had certainly not
weakened it. Nevertheless, Artois was moved to make the attempt which
he foresaw would probably end in failure.
He gave Gaspare the letter, and said:
"Don't go for a moment. I want to have a little talk with you."
"Si, Signore."
Gaspare put the letter into the inner pocket of his jacket, and stood
looking at Artois, holding the cigar in his left hand. In all these
years Artois had never found out whether Gaspare liked him or not. He
wished now that he knew.
"Gaspare," he said, "I think you know that I have a great regard for
your Padrona."
"Si, Signore. I know it."
The words sounded rather cold.
"She has had a great deal of sorrow to bear."
"Si, Signore.


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