His blood, excited by the persistence of the examination, moved in its accustomed course.
His brain cleared itself.
The scene of the previous evening was admirably presented to his memory, even to the most insignificant details.

The sound of Albert's voice was still in his ears; he saw again his expressive gestures.

As his story advanced, alive with clearness and precision, M.Daburon's conviction became more confirmed.
The magistrate turned against Albert precisely that which the day before had won the count's admiration.
"What wonderful acting!" thought he.

"Tabaret is decidedly possessed of second sight.

To his inconceivable boldness, this young man joins an infernal cleverness.