But this I know, that you are not what you have seemed to-night--that there is enough manliness and nobility in you to respect a woman, and that you will hereafter prove that I am right.

I pray that I may not see you any more; but if I must see you, I will trust you thus much--say that I may trust you," she added, her strong smooth voice sinking in a trembling cadence, half beseeching, and yet wholly commanding.
Saracinesca bent his heavy brows, and was silent for a moment.

Then he looked up, and his eyes met hers, and seemed to gather strength from her.
"If you will let me see you sometimes, you may trust me.

I would I were as noble and good as you--I am not.

I will try to be.