The doctor was sent for; and, since then, she has not recovered consciousness.

The doctor--" "It is well," interrupted M.Daburon.

"Let us leave that for the present.

Do you know, sir, whether Widow Lerouge had any enemies ?" "None that I know of, sir." "She had no enemies?
Well, now tell me, does there exist to your knowledge any one having the least interest in the death of this poor woman ?" As he asked this question the investigating magistrate kept his eyes fixed on Noel's, not wishing him to turn or lower his head.
The advocate started, and seemed deeply moved.

He was disconcerted; he hesitated, as if a struggle was going on within him.
Finally, in a voice which was by no means firm, he replied, "No, no one." "Is that really true ?" asked the magistrate, looking at him more searchingly.