Morrel took a look at Noirtier and asked him for permission. The old man was still very conscious. He gave a sign that he should do this. The young man kissed Valentine’s hand and then walked through the back stairs. At the same time as he left the room, Mr. Villefort and the doctor came in from the opposite door. Barros now showed signs of regaining consciousness. It seems that the danger has passed. He gave a low moan and propped himself up. Avrigny Villefort helped him to lie on a couch.
What do you need? asked the doctor Villefort.
Bring me some water and alcohol. Is it in your home?
Send someone to buy some turpentine and spit tartar.
Villefort immediately sent a man to buy it.
Now everybody go.
Do I have to go too? Valentine asked timidly.
Yes, miss, you have to go. The doctor replied rashly.
Valentine looked at M. Avrigny in surprise and kissed her grandfather on the forehead. As soon as she went, the doctor closed the door with a gloomy air.
Look at that, doctor. Villefort said he’s awake. It seems that he’s all right.
M. d ‘Avrigny’s answer was a smile. What do you think, Barros? He asked.
A little better, sir
Will you drink some alcoholic water?
I’ll try, but don’t touch me
what
I think if you touch me with your fingertips, my problem will recur.
To drink!
Barros took the cup and took it to his purple lips and drank half of it.
What do you feel bad about? the doctor asked
I feel sick all over. I feel cramped all over.
Don’t you think the front of your eyes looks like a blaze?
right
There is a ringing in the ear.
It sounded terrible.
When did you feel it the most?
Just now.
Did it happen suddenly?
It was like a bolt from the blue
Didn’t you feel anything yesterday or the day before yesterday
not
Don’t you feel sleepy?
not
What did you eat today?
I drank a glass of my master’s lemonade without eating anything, so Barros turned his eyes to Noirtier. Although he was sitting in his round-backed armchair, Noirtier stared at the terrible scene, and even a word could not escape his eyes and ears.
Where do you drink lemonade? The doctor asked eagerly.
In the glass bottle of the building
Where is the building?