CATRINA The man who carries a deceit, however innocent, with him through life is apt to be somewhat handicapped in that unfair competition.

He is like a ship at sea with a "sprung" mainmast.

A side breeze may arise at any moment which throws him all aback and upon his beam-ends.

He runs illegitimate risks, which are things much given to dragging at a man's mind, handicapping his thoughts.
Paul suffered in this way.

It was a distinct burthen to him to play a double part, although each was innocent enough in itself.