The tradesman answered arrogantly that these articles had been ordered, and that he would not take them back; besides, it would vex madame in her convalescence; the doctor had better think it over; in short, he was resolved to sue him rather than give up his rights and take back his goods. Charles subsequently ordered them to be sent back to the shop.
Charles eut beau dire qu’il n’en avait pas besoin, le marchand répondit arrogamment qu’on lui avait commandé tous ces articles et qu’il ne les reprendrait pas; d’ailleurs, ce serait contrarier Madame dans sa convalescence; Monsieur réfléchirait; bref, il était résolu à le poursuivre en justice plutôt que d’abandonner ses droits et que d’emporter ses marchandises.