“It certainly is, believe me. So, finally, we provide a flat just one street away and, after what I’ve seen of you today, I would like to offer you the position. What do you say?” He gulped, unprepared for the invitation although recalling his optimism when he had first set sight on the notice. Take it, boy! You love France, so what is there to lose? His head dictated - Take it, boy! You love France, so what is there to lose?“I accept, Madeleine.” This is an alter ego speaking – the David I know could not possibly come to a decision with such abandon and instantaneity, he reflected, carried along as hastily as leaves caught up in a swirling river. This is an alter ego speaking – the David I know could not possibly come to a decision with such abandon and instantaneity, “Excellent! Les j