The hunchback was again at the side of Gabrielle, still indulging in
extravagant antics of gesticulation, speaking softly the while.
"Gabrielle, they think me dead, but I live and hope to save you. But we
face danger, dear, but we face death, and must be wary. Will you do
whatever I tell you to do?"
"Yes," Gabrielle answered.
The hunchback went on: "God knows how this night will end. I have told
them that I can make you love me."