Clara Reeve,
The Old English Baron — Part IX
(1777)
“ It was in that fatal apartment that he was made acquainted with the circumstances of Lord Lovel's death; he was, perhaps, enjoined to reveal them to Sir Philip Harclay, the bosom friend of the deceased. The mystery of that apartment is disclosed, the woe to the guilty is accomplished! There is no reflection upon any one; Heaven effects its purposes in its own time and manner. ”
Clara Reeve,
The Old English Baron — Part IX
(1777)
“ You will hear things that will surprise you as much as they do me; you will judge of them with that justice and honour that speaks your character; and you will unite with us in wondering at the ways of Providence, and submitting to its decrees, in punishing the guilty, and doing justice to the innocent and oppressed. My best wishes and prayers attend you and your hopeful family. My lord, I remain your humble servant,"CLIFFORD." Every one present expressed the highest approbation of this letter. ”
Clara Reeve,
The Old English Baron — Part IX
(1777)
“ The surgeon answered him doubtfully. He asked —"Where is Sir Philip Harclay?""In the castle.""Where is that young man whom he calls the heir of Lovel?""He is here, too.""Then I am surrounded with my enemies. I want to speak to one of my own servants, without witnesses; let one be sent to me."The surgeon withdrew, and acquainted the gentlemen below. "He shall not speak to any man," said Sir Philip, "but in my presence." He went with him into the sick man's room. Upon the sight of Sir Philip, he seemed in great agitation."Am I not allowed to speak with my own servant?" said he. ”
