This shot still betokened life. From that instant forth he encountered nothing more. The whole of this itinerary resembled a descent of black steps. Nevertheless, Marius pressed forward.

• 有这一枪，总还说明那地方有人在活动。此后，他便什么也没有遇到了。他走的这整条路线好象是一条在夜间摸黑下山的梯级。马吕斯照样往前走。