Angels and Women (1924)

ALLIMADES’ STORY 37
considered a sacred duty that every human
being should, once during life, make a pilgrimage
to the site of ancient Eden, and in
that place of saddest memory offer prayer
and sacrifice. I fear I have incurred the displeasure
of the Almighty by deferring this
rite. Therefore, Samoula, do thou with the
help of Aldeth and Aloma, prepare necessary
food, a|so awnings to screen us from
the heat of the day and the mists of night.
Cheros and I will make ready the boat, and
at daybreak tomorrow we will go forth upon
the pilgrimage."
The unusual excitement in our household
and the anticipation of a journey make me
almost wild with joy. I can scarce compose
myself to write; but I must finish the journal,
there will be so much to record after
my return. Four days of travel through a
strange country, the wonders of ruined
Eden, perhaps the sight of human beings,
ourselves unseen of them. Why should the
others look serious? There comes a presen-