With his back to the wall, Bouteloup was mechanically rubbing his shoulders with the amazement of a good-natured fellow who has eaten up his savings, and is astonished at having to tighten his belt.
Adossé au mur, Bouteloup frottait machinalement ses épaules, avec l'ahurissement d'un bon diable, dont on a mangé les économies, et qui s'étonne d'avoir a se serrer le ventre.