Angels and Women (1924)

118 ANGELS AND WOMENto be spoken, but the night wanes; to remainlonger in this place would invite observationand danger. Even now I perceive the glanceof Hesperus toward us. We must part."But Japheth could not refrain. "Dear cousin,"said he, "ask me not to leave you--rather come with me to my father’s house,where among kindred you will find safety.You cannot realize the dangers of thisglittering palace. The thin film of splendorscarce hides its sins and crime. Ifyou are again immersed in the tide offalse glory, I fear you will flit from meforever, as your image has faded from mylonging sight in unsubstantial dreams.Naught but a miracle can save you in thisaccursed place."Again my mind was suddenly illuminated,and the purpose of the Most High revealed.The gift of prophecy was bestowed for myown salvation and that of others; and I answeredconfidently--"The miracle has beenperformed. I am possessed of a talisman