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Rh time have I been susceptible of feelings such as the present. Since then this little divinity has already effected so much, is it not her duty to finish her work, and, if possible, to effect still more, in becoming my wife? Who knows but I might verify, 'A reformed rake makes the best husband!'" In such reflections the day closed in, and night succeeded, bringing with it a temporary suspension to the doubts, wishes, fears, and hopes of Douglas.