I declare solemnly, I would rather die than witness a union between you and him." "But what, think you, should I feel?
You would be only a spectator of the sacrifice, whereas I should be the victim." "Do not be cast down, my love; whilst I have life, and a strong arm, it snail never be.

Before I go I shall make arrangements with Lanigan when and where to see you again." "It will be a matter of some difficulty," she replied, "for I am now under the strictest surveillance.

I am told, and I feel it, that Whitecraft has placed a spy upon all my motions." "How is that ?" inquired Reilly.

"Are you not under the protection of your father, who, when occasion is necessary, has both pride and spirit ?" "But my poor credulous father is, notwithstanding, easily imposed on.

I know not exactly the particulars," replied the lovely girl, "but I can easily suspect them.