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The Evil Genius

CHAPTER XXVII
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"When I was left in the solitude of the night, my heart turned to Kitty; I felt that any sacrifice of myself might be endured for her sake.

It's the remembrance of my marriage, Mr.Sarrazin, that is the terrible trial to me.

Those whom God has joined together, let no man put asunder.

Is there nothing to terrify me in setting that solemn command at defiance?
I do it--oh, I do it--in consenting to the Divorce! I renounce the vows which I bound myself to respect in the presence of God; I profane the remembrance of eight happy years, hallowed by true love.

Ah, you needn't remind me of what my husband has done.


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