“Think of the tortures you are preparing for yourself.”
“Don't you worry about my tortures.”
“Have pity on Penelope. It will be counted in your favor.”
There were snarling throat-sounds, then these menacing words: “No! I'm going to put Penelope out of business.”
“Where is Penelope now?”
“She is sleeping. Poor nut!”
“She knows nothing about Fauvette?”
“Nothing.”
“She remembers nothing that Fauvette says?”
“Nothing.”