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Returning from the church, Nekhludoff broke his fast with the aunts, and to repair his strength, drank some brandy and wine -- a habit he acquired in the army -- and going to his room immediately fell asleep with his clothes on. He was awakened by a rap at the door. By the rap he knew that it was she, so he rose, rubbing his eyes and stretching himself.
"Is it you, Katiousha? Come in," he said, rising.