Admit me into the burying-ground at midnight; Watch while I descend into the vaults of St.Clare, lest some prying eye should observe my actions; Leave me there alone for an hour, and that life is safe which I dedicate to your pleasures.

To prevent creating suspicion, do not visit me during the day.

Remember the Key, and that I expect you before twelve.

Hark! I hear steps approaching! Leave me; I will pretend to sleep.' The Friar obeyed, and left the Cell.

As He opened the door, Father Pablos made his appearance.
'I come,' said the Latter, 'to enquire after the health of my young Patient.' 'Hush!' replied Ambrosio, laying his finger upon his lip; 'Speak softly; I am just come from him.