" "But I have nothing here," replied Pierre, supposing that he was asked to give up all he possessed.

"What you have with you: watch, money, rings....

" Pierre quickly took out his purse and watch, but could not manage for some time to get the wedding ring off his fat finger.

When that had been done, the Rhetor said: "In token of obedience, I ask you to undress.

" Pierre took off his coat, waistcoat, and left boot according to the Rhetor's instructions.