Oliver Cromwell by John Drinkwater
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page 57 of 111 (51%)
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_Bridget:_
Yes. I see it. _Ireton:_ We shall live with danger now. It may take years. Many of us will not see the end. We are no longer our own. _Bridget:_ These are the best crusades. _Ireton:_ To be called, thus. To be led by such a one. I know your father will direct it--he must be the man. He is only a captain to-night, but in a month or two you will see. And we shall be a mighty following. I see them forming, terrible hosts. We must give all, truly. I shall give all, I think. It is little enough. Bridget. _Bridget:_ Yes. _Ireton:_ You promised. I might speak again, you said. _Bridget:_ Yes. _Ireton:_ Will you wed a man so dedicated? _Bridget:_ |
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