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`` Father , '' replied the younger man in a tremulous voice , and with great respect , `` I venture to hope that you will forgive me when you have heard me . '' `` Your reply is proper , '' said the Count . `` Sit down , '' and he pointed to a chair , `` But whether I walk up and down , or take a seat , speak without heeding me . '' `` Father , '' the son went on , `` this afternoon , at four o'clock , a very young man who was arrested in the house of a friend of mine , whom he had robbed to a considerable extent , appealed to you . -- He says he is your son . '' `` His name ? '' asked the Count hoarsely .