[Guy Fawkes by William Harrison Ainsworth]@TWC D-Link bookGuy Fawkes CHAPTER XX 8/20
"I do not lightly undertake a project; but once embarked in it nothing can turn me aside." "In this case your determination is wisely formed, my son," returned Garnet; "and if Viviana will ever give me an opportunity of fully discussing the matter, I am sure I can satisfy her you are in the right." "I will discuss it with you whenever you think proper," she replied. "But no arguments will ever convince me that your project is approved by Heaven." "Let it pass now, daughter," rejoined Garnet; "enough has been said on the subject.
I came hither to tell Guy Fawkes, that if our enemies permit us to pass the night without molestation (as Heaven grant they may!) I think I shall be strong enough to set out with him to-morrow, when I propose we should journey together to London." "Agreed," replied Fawkes. "Father Oldcorne will accompany us," pursued Garnet. "And I, too, will go with you, if you will permit me," said Viviana.
"I cannot remain here; and I have no further fears of Mr.Catesby.
Doctor Dee told me my future fate was strangely mixed up with that of Guy Fawkes.
I know not how it may be, but I will not abandon him while there is a hope to cling to." "Viviana Radcliffe," rejoined Guy Fawkes, coldly, "deeply as I feel the interest you take in me, I think it right to tell you that no efforts you can use will shake me from my purpose.
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