Martin nudges René slightly with the elbow and they both smile a little, amused smile. Their sister, with Monsieur Grantaire. This could open many good prospects for the family (specially for them, what with their aspirations of becoming members of Les Amis). But then, there was the problem of what they have heard of him.
With a very small nod, they decide they will keep an eye on the two. And God help him if he ever harms their sister.
"Quite original indeed." René says
"Even though our darling Mother didn't happen to think the same." Martin adds "If it weren't for our dear Irma, she almost throws them away."