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wrong, in supposing that I did not mention you with respect; though, without my being conscious of it, some sparks of resentment may have animated the gloom of despair—Yes; with less affection, I should have been more respectful. However the regard which I have for you, is so unequivocal to myself, I imagine that it must be sufficiently obvious to every body else. Besides, the only letter I intended for the public eye was to , and that I destroyed from delicacy before you saw them, because it was only written (of course warmly in your praise) to prevent any odium being thrown on you[1].
I am harrassed by your embarrassments, and shall certainly use all my
- ↑ This passage refers to letters written under a purpose of suicide, and not intended to be opened till after the catastrophe.
efforts,
