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Rh unless the remedy is applied, and then the recovery is slow. For love of thee, if we fail, I will use this means for a little delay. We will then prepare everything for flight, and only just before we depart will I administer the remedy.

"Thus we may gain a few hours' start, and in essence I shall not fail in my obedience. But I hope for a better result, and that reason will prevail and thou wilt become the queen of the earth, and not a wanderer over a desolate earth with an outcast man. Rouse thy courage, and at the fitting time be prepared to speak as I shall bid thee. Let them see that thou art worthy of the highest honour."

"What must I say?"

"After," he replied, "I have explained the reasons for restoring women to love and honour, thou must say two things.

"First, thou must profess the most profound admiration for everything in this city, and, with