He spoke a few words of heartfelt thanks.

But Anthony's eyes never left the cardinal's face.
"And shall I surrender myself prisoner in their place ?" A slight smile lighted the thin, pale face.
"Do you so desire to court prison and death, my son ?" "I do not desire it," answered Anthony humbly.

"I once did think I had courage and strength to fight and to overcome; I did think myself to be a hero.

I have learned to know myself better since then.

Love and life are sweet to me as to other men.