The Count of Monte Cristo

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"At the end of the first attack I discovered symptoms of tetanus; you
confirmed my opinion."

"Yes, before others," replied the doctor; "but now we are alone"--

"What are you going to say? Oh, spare me!"

"That the symptoms of tetanus and poisoning by vegetable substances are
the same." M. de Villefort started from his seat, then in a moment fell
down again, silent and motionless. Morrel knew not if he were dreaming
or awake. "Listen," said the doctor; "I know the full importance of the
statement I have just made, and the disposition of the man to whom I
have made it."

"Do you speak to me as a magistrate or as a friend?" asked Villefort.

"As a friend, and only as a friend, at this moment. The similarity in