[The Memoires of Casanova by Jacques Casanova de Seingalt]@TWC D-Link bookThe Memoires of Casanova CHAPTER V 5/39
Yet, in spite of all, I went on talking and using my hands without losing courage, but I gave myself up to despair when I found that my rather artful arguing astounded her without bringing conviction to her heart, which was only disquieted, never softened.
On the other hand, I could see with astonishment upon their countenances the impression made upon the two sisters by the ardent speeches I poured out to Angela.
This metaphysical curve struck me as unnatural, it ought to have been an angle; I was then, unhappily for myself, studying geometry.
I was in such a state that, notwithstanding the cold, I was perspiring profusely.
At last the light was nearly out, and Nanette took it away. The moment we were in the dark, I very naturally extended my arms to seize her whom I loved; but I only met with empty space, and I could not help laughing at the rapidity with which Angela had availed herself of the opportunity of escaping me.
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