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You must not doubt the strength of my feelings for you… God, no, she said, voice catching in her throat. Good, because Karl is here now. Ilona let me out. Horrible image of Lady Macbeth, scrubbing her hands raw… If I washed in holy water w

You must understand it's only a nickname. Beloved, said Karl, touching his finger to her inflamed cheek. He filled the sky. He'd better not! Charlotte said fiercely.