The cure was genuinely delighted at his friend's good fortune; but his surprise was great when Julien informed him with a resolute air that Miss Elisa's offer could not be accepted.
Le curé eut une véritable joie du bonheur de son ami ; mais sa surprise fut extrême, quand Julien lui dit d’un air résolu que l’offre de Mlle Élisa ne pouvait lui convenir.