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 will be convinced I spoke but truth this night."

"Oh! in pity tell me (said Madeline with clasped hands), what you know concerning him, and terminate the horrors of suspense."

"No; the events of his life will come better from himself; events, which his knowing this dagger comes from me, will convince him I am acquainted with; events, which shall be buried in oblivion, if you remain no longer inflexible. To-morrow I shall again enquire your determination; if unpropitious, the long-suspended sword of justice shall at length strike. farewell! your own obstinacy has provoked your present pain."

So saying, he abruptly quitted the chamber, notwithstanding the entreaties of Madeline to remain a few minutes longer, and explain his terrifying and mysterious language.