But I have explained the reason for my refusal to him, and Dantè s replied, I think he will understand.
But if you want to be a captain, you should be respectful to the owner.
I hope I can be a captain without deference, said Dants.
That’s better, that’s better. Your news will make those old friends happy. I also know that a person in Fort Saint Nicholas will be happy to hear the good news.
Do you mean Mercedes? said the old man
It’s my dear father. Now that I’ve met you, I’m relieved to know that you are fine and don’t lack anything. Will you allow me to go to the Catalan village?
Go, my dear boy. Old Dantè s said that looking to the emperor to protect your wife is just like protecting my son.
Caderousse, his wife, said that you spoke a little too soon, father Dantè s. She has not yet become his wife.
Yes, but in all respects, she will definitely be my wife, replied Edmund.
Good, good, said Caderousse, but you came back quickly this time and did the right thing for my child.
What do you mean?
Because Mercedes is a very beautiful girl, and beautiful girls are always pursued, especially after her.
Really? Edmond replied with a smile, but there was a little uneasiness in his smile
Ah, Caderousse said again, and they are all good people, but you know you are going to be a captain. How could she refuse you?
You mean dantes asked. He smiled and didn’t hide his anxiety. I’m not a captain.
Alas, said Caderousse
Come on, young Dantè s said that I know more about women than you do in general, and Mercedes in particular. I believe that she is loyal to me whether I am a captain or not.
That couldn’t be better. Caderousse said it’s always good to be confident when one is about to get married. Forget it, my child. Go and report and tell her what you want.
I went to Edmond to answer him, gave him a hug, and his father waved Caderousse to leave and left the room.
Caderousse stayed a little longer, then left the Old Dants Building to meet Danglars and waited for him at the corner of Szinak Street.
How’s it going? Did Danglars say you saw him?
I just came from him.
Did he realize that he wanted to be a captain?
He said as if it were nothing, as if the matter had been decided.
Don’t worry. Danglars said that in my opinion, he was not in a hurry.
Why, it seems that M. Morrel has promised him this matter?
So he’s already smug there?
He is so proud that he has come to take a look at me as if he were some big shot, and he wants to lend me money as if he were a banker.
Did you refuse?
Of course, although I felt guilty even if I accepted it, because I put it in his hand for the first time when he touched the shiny silver coin, but now Mr. Dantè s no longer needs help, and he is going to be a captain.
Bah, Danglars said he hasn’t finished it yet.
He still can’t answer Caderousse well, or we’ll never talk to him again.
If we want to, we can still let him climb. Danglars replied that he can’t climb, maybe not now
What do you mean by that?
Nothing. I’m just joking. Is he still in love with that beautiful Catalan chick?
I’m crazy about it, but unless I’m mistaken, he may have some trouble in this respect.
Speak clearly.
Why should I make it clear?
This matter may be more important than you think. You don’t want Dantè s, do you?
I always look down on everyone.
Then tell me what you know in Catalonia.
I know, but I’m not sure. As far as I see it with my own eyes, I guess the future captain will be near Laoyi Road.
Tell me what you know.
Well, every time I see Mercedes go to town, there is always a big, tall Catalan guy accompanying her. He has a pair of black eyes, brown skin and red skin, and he is very imposing. She calls him cousin.