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Ah, dearest Miss Vane! can you ask that question? do not my eyes—my fond languishing eyes answer it plainly, and tell you that I could not think of saving my own life when the safety of one whom I love far better than myself is concerned.

You astonish me.

Let me entreat you to remain no longer in the neighbourhood of such a dangerous person. I tremble to think of it.

What can I do?

Fly with me this very night. Fly with a man who loves, who adores you, whose whole life shall be devoted to your happiness. (Kneels at her feet.)

Off, base deceiver! yon have betrayed yourself; and thank Heaven you have! I see your purpose now: you have slandered a worthy gentleman for your own selfish ends.