You are hard at work madam ,” said the man near her. Yes,”

You are hard at work madam ,” said the man near her. Yes,” Answered Madam Defarge ; ” I have a good deal to do.” What do you make, Madam ?” Many things.” For instance —” For instance,” returned Madam Defarge , composedly , Shrouds.” The man moved a little further away, as soon as he could, feeling it mightily close and oppressive .