By God, and a philosopher as well. Athos has encountered his share of gamins in his life, but this one may, in fact, be unique.

He decides not to argue with the boy. Arguing with philosophers, even very small ones, rarely does any good. Instead, he observes, “You are from Paris.” In a city made up largely of foreigners, it’s rather unexpected to find himself sitting next to someone from so close to home, even if that someone is a child.