Angels and Women (1924)

GREATER CHANGE 133
his supernatural perception extends not to
vision), was absorbed in giving her instruction
and comfort. He did not notice my
presence, nor that his son was with me. I,
therefore, stepped quietly into the chariot;
Minerva followed, and we turned toward the
Palace.
It was late before we recrossed the city,
but artificial lights made the warm night like
day. The streets swarmed with a mixed
multitude, men and Devas with their beautitiful
wives and children, all abroad to catch
the breeze which at this hour sweeps down
the valley. As we drove along, impious language
shocked our ears, revealing discontent,
jealousy, and hatred. Minerva appeared ill
at ease and thoughtful. To divert her mind
and inform myself, I inquired, "Why do
these people continue in bondage so galling?
Why not resist, though in the attempt they
perish?"
"What can be done ?" she replied. "Countless
plots have been formed, conspiracies to