I do not say this," he continued, somewhat softening his harshness, "to aggravate the distress and shame you naturally feel; but I wish to check at once any hopes you may have formed.

Yet though I have no pity for him, I have much for you, since, doubtless, you are innocent of all knowledge of your father's atrocious design--happily prevented.
And I would therefore say to you, shut out all feelings for him from your heart.

The man who raises his hand against his sovereign cuts off by the act all ties of kindred and love.

Affection is changed to abhorrence; and such detestation does his horrible offence inspire, that those of his own blood are bound to shun him, lest he derive comfort and consolation from their presence.

Thus considered, you are no longer his daughter, for he has himself severed the links between you.