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asked the Goualeuse . `` Why , that would scarcely be prudent , so cold as it is . But , upon second thoughts , '' continued Madame Georges , `` I think you may venture if you wrap yourself up very warm ; it will serve to raise your spirits , and possibly the short ride may do you good . '' The Goualeuse did not immediately reply , but , after a few minutes ' consideration , she ventured to say : `` But , madame , M. le Curé expects me this evening , at five o'clock , at the rectory . '' `` But I promise you to be back in good time for you to keep your engagement ; now will you go ? '' `` Oh , thank you , madame ! Indeed , I shall be so delighted to see Mlle. Clara . ''