[The Crucifixion of Philip Strong by Charles M. Sheldon]@TWC D-Link bookThe Crucifixion of Philip Strong CHAPTER XVI 24/26
As he was being carried out into the air he revived and was able to speak. "Take me home," he whispered to his wife, who hung over him in a terror as great as her love for him at that moment.
A carriage was called and he was taken home.
The doctor remained until Philip was fully conscious. "It was very warm and I was very tired, and I fainted, eh, doctor? First time I ever did such a thing in my life.
I am ashamed; I spoiled the service." Philip uttered this slowly and feebly, when at last he had recovered enough to knew where he was. The doctor looked at him suspiciously.
"You never fainted before, eh? Well, if I were you I would take care not to faint again.
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