Cast him in the deepest dungeon; he shall pay the penalty of his crime upon the scaffold." The command was promptly obeyed, and Turchi, in spite of his resistance, was dragged from the room followed by the bailiff.
Mary and Geronimo wept with joy.

Deodati claimed their attention saying: "My dear children, let us fulfil a sacred duty of gratitude.

God has so visibly protected innocence that the feeling of His presence in our midst overpowers me.

Your hopes will become a reality.

Let us pray!" He knelt before the crucifix, bowed his head and joined his hands.
Geronimo and Mary knelt beside the old man, Mr.Van de Werve behind them.
For a long time they lifted their grateful hearts in thanksgiving to the God of goodness..