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Rh I wanted to reveal myself to you slowly and gradually, not all too sudden.

But sin came and destroyed all your hopes—the very possibility of a union with you has now become unthinkable to me.

It will be possible in time, my Queen. The utter and bleak blackness that has to-day shaken you to your soul with fear will one day be your solace and salvation. What else can my love exist for?

It cannot be, it is not possible. What will your love only do? My love has now turned away from you. Beauty has cast its spell on