A death-like slumber will immediately seize upon her, and deprive her of the power of resisting your attempts.

Sleep will hold her till break of Morning.

In this state you may satisfy your desires without danger of being discovered; since when daylight shall dispel the effects of the enchantment, Antonia will perceive her dishonour, but be ignorant of the Ravisher.

Be happy then, my Ambrosio, and let this service convince you that my friendship is disinterested and pure.

The night must be near expiring: Let us return to the Abbey, lest our absence should create surprize.' The Abbot received the talisman with silent gratitude.