It was a tedious process at first, but at length he began to swallow naturally, and finished the cup.
There was no change for an hour, and then he became less restless.

After another cupful, his eyes half opened.

Within an hour a perspiration came, and he was very quiet, and sleeping easily.

Parpon crouched near the door, watching it all with deep, piercing eyes.

Madame Degardy never moved from her place, but stood shaking her head and muttering.