He was in full possession of his faculties." "It's not for us to say," replied Madame Doulce.

"What do we know about it ?" "No," said Nanteuil, "he was not in full possession of his faculties." Pradel shrugged his shoulders.
"After all, it's possible.

Insanity and reason, it's a matter of appreciation.

To whom could we apply for a certificate ?" Madame Doulce and Pradel called to mind three physicians in succession; but they were unable to find the address of the first; the second was bad-tempered, and it was decided that the third was dead.
Nanteuil suggested that they should approach Dr.Trublet.
"That's an idea!" exclaimed Pradel.

"Let us ask a certificate of Dr.
Socrates.