I was greatly disturbed in my mind for many days, knowing that
the transaction had been witnessed, and sensible also of the
perilous situation I occupied, owing to the late judgment of the
court against me. But on the contrary, I never saw my enlightened
friend in such high spirits. He assured me there was no danger;
and again repeated that he warranted my life against the power of
man. I thought proper, however, to remain in hiding for a week;
but, as he said, to my utter amazement, the blame fell on another,
who was not only accused but pronounced guilty by the general
voice, and outlawed for non-appearance! How could I doubt,
after this, that the hand of Heaven was aiding and abetting me?
The matter was beyond my comprehension; and, as for my friend,
he never explained anything that was past, but his activity and art
were without a parallel.
He enjoyed our success mightily; and for his sake I enjoyed it
somewhat, but it was on account of his comfort only, for I could
not for my life perceive in what degree the Church was better or
purer than before these deeds were done. He continued to flatter
me with great things, as to honours, fame and emolument; and,
above all, with the blessing and protection of Him to whom my
body and soul were dedicated.
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