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tion, the same day, to quit the Palace of Truth, and Zumio declared he was determined to follow her. I flatter myself, added he, that when we have left this accursed palace, Rosamond may persuade me she has only been guilty of a light wrong toward me, the remembrance of which I ought to lose. Adieu, my lord! and everlastingly, if you remain here, for I vow never to return.

What, Zumio, will you abandon me?

I no longer hate, since Rosamond no longer loves you; but my resentment against you is still strong were I able to conceal it, as I have still much attachment for you in my heart, and likewise much compassion, I might be capable to console you, and excite your gratitude and admiration, by sacrificing a woman, who, it must be owned, would have sacrificed me but you read my heart, I can disguise nothing; it is not possible to show myself more generous, or less vindictive, than I really am: besides, should I hereafter repent having made such a sacrifice, you would instantly know it, and I should lose its fruits;