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"The same, perhaps," said he."Possibly," continued Aramis, "came toward me, accompanied by five or six men who followed about ten paces behind him; and in the politest tone, ’Monsieur Duke,’ said he to me, ’and you madame,’ continued he, addressing the lady on my arm--""The doctor’s niece?""Hold your tongue, Porthos," said Athos; "you are insupportable."