ARTHUR
57

I went from one store to another. One was empty; in another the people were sick, and their servants refused to listen to my question or offer; in the third, their horses were engaged. I was determined to continue my search as long as the inn or stables were not inspected, and my strength allowed.

In order to detail the events of this expedition, the arguments and supplications I used to overcome the dictation of greed and fear, the fluctuations of my expectations and my unrelenting disappointment, would be futile. Having exhausted all my means ineffectively, I was forced to turn my tired steps once again to the Medlicote inn .

My meditation is deeply involved with the current state of my situation. Since the first suggested way was impractical, I attempted to investigate the others. Wallace's weakness made it impossible to make this journey on foot; but wasn't his strength and determination enough to take him beyond Schuylkill? A chariot or horse, though not obtainable in the city, can, without difficulty, be obtained domestically. Every farmer has an animal for the load and the wind. One of them may be rented, without excessive fees, for half a day.

The project seemed so practical and so exciting, that I deeply regretted the time and effort that had been spent in vain. If my project, however, has gone rogue, review it with regret only to prolong and multiply its damage. I believe that time and power will not want the implementation of this new design.

Upon entering the house of Medlicote, my appearance, which, in spite of my sluggishness, was swift and confident, flattered Wallace in the belief that my efforts had succeeded. Upon learning of their failure, he immediately sank into despair. My new wisdom was heard by him without any sign of satisfaction. It is impossible, he said, to move from this place with his own strength. All his strength was drained by his journey from Bush Hill.

I tried, with arguments and slurs, to revive his courage. The pure air of the country will make him excited towards a new life. He might stop at every fifty yards, and rest on the green ground. If followed at night, we would get lodging, based on address and importance; but, if every door should be closed against us, we should at least enjoy the protection of some warehouse, he said, and maybe eat healthy eggs - new eggs that we'll find there. The worst treatment we could meet was better than continuing in the city.

This remonstration had some influence, and he finally agreed to test his abilities. However, first of all, it is necessary to refresh yourself with a break of several hours. For this, though with infinite reluctance, I agree.

This interval allowed him to reflect on the past, and to investigate the fate of Thetford and his family. The intelligence that allowed Medlicote to give him sounded more satisfied than regret. His ungrateful attitude and the cruelty he treated seemed to have extinguished all feelings except hatred and revenge. I am willing to take profits at this interval to know more about Thetford than I already have. I asked Wallace why he was so deviant in ignoring the advice of his uncle and cousin, and enduring so many dangers when flight was so easy.

I cannot justify my actions" he replied. "It was at the highest level thoughtless and perverted. I was confident and unconcerned as long as our environment was free of disease, and as long as I forbade communication with the sick; however I should have resigned to Malverton , just to satisfy my desires. guys, if Thetford doesn't use the strongest argument to hold me back, he's working hard to reduce the danger.

This guarantee is sincere and generous. To make Susan Hadwin my wife was the scope of all my desires and hard work. By staying, I had to speed up this desired event, and pose a slight danger. By going, I must alienate Thetford's affection; by whom, it is only justice to admit, that until now I have been treated with incomparable generosity and kindness; and blow up all the schemes I've formed to rise into wealth.

My resolution is not at all firm. As often as the letter from Malverton arrived, I felt myself wanting to leave immediately; but this tendency was countered by new arguments and new pleas from Thetford.

In this tense state, the girl who was taking care of Mrs' baby. Thetford is sick. He is an amazing creature, and deserves better care than he receives. Like me, he rejected the persuasion of his friends, but his motive for staying was uninterested and heroic.

As soon as his illness appeared, he was rushed to the hospital. I see that no trust can be placed in Thetford's assurance. Every consideration gave way to his fear of death. After the girl's departure, though she knew that she was being led by her way of execution, she comforted herself by repeating and trusting her statement, that her illness was not a fever .

I am very worried about my own safety. I was determined to confront his anger and resist his persuasion; and left with the merchant the next morning. But that night, I had a fever. I know how patients are treated in hospitals, and moving there is the most hated thing.

Morning came, and my situation was discovered. At first notice, Thetford rushed out of the house, and refused to re-enter until I was moved. I don't know my fate, until three rascals show up by my bedside.

I called Thetford and his wife. I begged for a short delay, until I saw these people, and tried to get some respite from my punishment. They are deaf to my plea, and ready to exercise their office by force. I deliriously muttered with anger and terror. I heaped the most bitter executions on my murderers, and in turn, begged for mercy, and poured reproach on the wretched people he had chosen for his ministers. My struggle and screams are in vain.