15/23 Perhaps, to equal you in frankness, I know and embrace my advantage. I am not without the spirit of adventure. I am in a false position--so recognised by public acclamation: do you grudge me, then, my issue ?' 'If your mind is made up, why should I dissuade you ?' said the Countess. Go, you take my heart with you, or more of it than I desire; I shall not sleep at night for thinking of your misery. |