21/55 It was not, however, for want of courage." "Why did you forbid your valet, Lubin, to call in the doctor ?" "Ah, sir, how could the doctor cure my disease? You seemed to be no longer interested in anything concerning your home. You destroyed a large number of papers and letters." "I had decided to leave the count, sir. My resolution explains my conduct." Albert replied promptly to the magistrate's questions, without the least embarrassment, and in a confident tone. His voice, which was very pleasant to the ear, did not tremble. |