It is hard for me to give my reasons for feeling differently about like conduct on John's part.

Perhaps I feel as I do because--because--It is this way: While I might do little things--mere nothings--such as I have done--it would be impossible for me to do any act of unfaithfulness to John.

Oh, it could not be.

But with him, he--he--well, he is a man and--and--oh, don't talk to me! Don't talk to me! You are driving me mad.

Out of my sight! Out of my room! Holy Virgin! I shall die before I have him; I know I shall." There it was again.