It was sudden and terrible." "Terrible, indeed!" replied Alizon, imperfectly recalling what had passed.

"But it was not alone the storm that frightened me.

This chamber has been invaded by evil beings.

Methought I beheld a dark figure come from out yon closet, and stand before you." "You have been thrown into a state of stupor by the influence of the electric fluid," replied Mistress Nutter, "and while in that condition visions have passed through your brain.

That is all, my child." "Oh! I hope so," said Alizon.
"Such ecstasies are of frequent occurrence," replied Mistress Nutter.
"But, since you are quite recovered, we will descend to Lady Assheton, who may wonder at our absence.