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1 Pref| book has undergone.~ ~ ~ ~MANASSEH~ ~ ~ ~[1]~ ~ 2 I| the answer. "His name is Manasseh Adorjan, he is of good old 3 I| and form one household. Manasseh seems to have been recognised 4 I| say, then, in regard to Manasseh Adorjan, that a sudden change 5 I| no, not lost," returned Manasseh; "what belongs nowhere and 6 II| Look here," interposed Manasseh, "suppose we steer clear 7 II| Is that so!" exclaimed Manasseh, in surprise. "I should 8 II| several times," replied Manasseh.~ ~"At court balls in Vienna, 9 II| half-suppressed exclamation on Manasseh's part, made the speaker 10 II| Catholic by the bishop?"~ ~Manasseh Adorjan crumbled his cigar 11 III| sketch-book with me," replied Manasseh, "and I am going to draw 12 III| if not of actual fear. Manasseh Adorjan stood in the doorway, 13 III| already engaged, sir," said Manasseh, quietly.~ ~Benjamin Vajdar' 14 III| weapon therein concealed. But Manasseh still stood regarding him 15 III| lion-tamer over his charge?~ ~Manasseh himself took the vacated 16 IV| Madam Dormandy, turning to Manasseh. "Is there no danger of 17 IV| you? You don't object?"~ ~Manasseh turned strangely sober. " 18 IV| hoodwink Benjamin Vajdar, and Manasseh Adorjan promised to effect 19 IV| out of the window," added Manasseh, with as much confidence 20 IV| back to the point at which Manasseh had dropped it.~ ~"You said 21 IV| after a pause.~ ~"No," said Manasseh; "he has no conscience. 22 IV| By no means," protested Manasseh; "on the contrary, their 23 V| in the time promised by Manasseh, and now the query was raised, 24 V| with a courteous bow to Manasseh.[35]~ ~"Where German is 25 V| Palazzo Cagliari," remarked Manasseh, but without any significant 26 V| s family. A moment later Manasseh signalled[36] the driver 27 V| stood our Arian friend."~ ~"Manasseh Adorjan?"~ ~"Yes. He asked 28 V| afternoon of the same day Manasseh Adorjan called on the princess, 29 V| appearance and damage her case. Manasseh, however, betrayed no sign 30 V| her own.~ ~In the morning Manasseh came early to escort the 31 V| forward. As if by instinct, Manasseh knew where a courteous request 32 V| that was the case," replied Manasseh, "the publication of Allegri' 33 V| and in need of rest. But Manasseh, who, by appointment, just 34 V| burned on the altar, and, as Manasseh had predicted, so many of 35 V| indebted to you, friend Manasseh," he concluded, "for all 36 V| the French minister. And Manasseh, on his part, was not slow 37 V| understanding of the situation, Manasseh took leave of the princess, 38 VI| had the day before seen Manasseh Adorjan's form disappear. 39 VI| princess, for intruding," began Manasseh in greeting, as he entered 40 VI| embassy, and as long as Manasseh was not to accompany the 41 VI| wise endangered.~ ~When Manasseh returned with the French 42 VI| standing-room. But at length Manasseh guided his companion to 43 VI| and gracious.~ ~Blanka and Manasseh exchanged glances, and the 44 VI| secured the prize. It was Manasseh who from his elevated position, 45 VI| before."~ ~"No," returned Manasseh; "and you must make haste 46 VIII| received unwelcome news from Manasseh.~ ~"Then you have told him 47 VIII| only knew where that fellow Manasseh had hidden himself!"~ ~" 48 VIII| wish I knew where to find Manasseh."~ ~"I know," said the princess 49 VIII| the street and number of Manasseh's temporary abode, and this 50 IX| the floor at his side.~ ~"Manasseh!"~ ~Startled surprise and 51 IX| that had led her to him.~ ~Manasseh smiled. "No, not for me, 52 IX| an overdue note than did Manasseh in restoring the lost leaves 53 IX| arena and her face toward Manasseh, - an arrangement that very 54 IX| she had needed none there. Manasseh adjusted his umbrella so 55 IX| Revenge is the brute's right," Manasseh corrected her. "It never 56 IX| cannot entertain," returned Manasseh. "Man has made a god of 57 IX| you a letter," declared Manasseh.~ ~"Please read it." She 58 IX| shown to their loved ones? Manasseh crumpled the paper in his 59 IX| Yes, I know that," said Manasseh.~ ~"How do you know it, 60 IX| laugh at the thought of Manasseh's taking lessons in politics 61 IX| humour: she was assured by Manasseh's words that his address 62 IX| remain to you," returned Manasseh, "and you may never know 63 IX| baffling to the beginner. Manasseh took his stand behind her 64 IX| to retrace her steps.~ ~Manasseh picked up the dandelion 65 X| possible for her to meet Manasseh again - at the house of 66 XII| occasional word concerning Manasseh, at length prevailed over 67 XII| the last among them was Manasseh Adorjan's. "You can order 68 XIII| she recognised the tones. Manasseh Adorjan stood before her. " 69 XIII| assent.~ ~ ~ ~An hour later Manasseh and Blanka stood in the 70 XIII| she turned once more to Manasseh.~ ~"Now take me with you 71 XIV| WALLACHIAN HOSPITALITY.~ ~Manasseh had not much choice of routes 72 XIV| the way; but they suffered Manasseh and Blanka to pass unmolested. 73 XIV| Blanka to pass unmolested. Manasseh had fortunately provided 74 XIV| spring from which he drank. Manasseh also related the adventures 75 XIV| mountain home.~ ~One evening Manasseh pointed to a town in the 76 XIV| division of the national guard. Manasseh was now among people who 77 XIV| way to act, I must say!"~ ~Manasseh turned to the speaker, who 78 XIV| Perhaps he wished to invite Manasseh to a wrestling bout.~ ~Blanka 79 XIV| a hearty kiss, and then Manasseh cried, joyfully:~ ~"Aaron, 80 XIV| Yes, it is Aaron, my good Manasseh," returned the stocky little 81 XIV| Simon and David?" asked Manasseh, anxiously. "Are they alive 82 XIV| Nothing better!"~ ~Here Manasseh pulled his brother's sleeve. " 83 XIV| striking resemblance to Manasseh, - the same face, the same 84 XIV| hussar gave his hand to Manasseh, and while they exchanged 85 XIV| to rescue them," declared Manasseh.~ ~"I am going forth to 86 XIV| troublous times. It was Manasseh's desire to lead his bride 87 XIV| before us," he remarked to Manasseh as he buckled the last strap.~ ~ 88 XIV| without limit.~ ~Aaron drove, Manasseh sat beside him, and thus 89 XIV| It's no use your talking, Manasseh; you've been away from home. 90 XIV| such a noise about it." (Manasseh had thus far not once opened 91 XIV| word! I won't hear it."~ ~Manasseh had not uttered a syllable, 92 XIV| awoke of her own accord. Manasseh turned to her, chatted with 93 XIV| and his poultry?" returned Manasseh.~ ~"Yes, I know them well. 94 XIV| Blanka and Zenobia. Aaron and Manasseh were likewise given a chamber 95 XIV| brothers slept. She could hear Manasseh turning restlessly on his 96 XIV| With God," returned Manasseh.~ ~"Like Jacob at Peniel?"~ ~" 97 XIV| is his will."~ ~With that Manasseh turned his face to the wall, 98 XV| the house was already up. Manasseh met her with the announcement 99 XV| Aaron's vexed expression and Manasseh's ruffled brow, she knew 100 XV| all three dismounted and Manasseh spread a sheepskin for Blanka 101 XV| held by the enemy?" queried Manasseh.~ ~"Then we will take up 102 XV| Blanka. She left some for Manasseh, who drank after her and 103 XV| follows his master, while Manasseh and Blanka brought up the 104 XV| come up. He had agreed with Manasseh, if the signal was favourable, 105 XV| there are snakes there."~ ~Manasseh drew a breath of relief, 106 XV| no trouble whatever."~ ~Manasseh now knew that dangers surrounded 107 XV| by a blazing fire; he and Manasseh would take turns watching 108 XV| to refuse all admittance. Manasseh and Blanka waited without, 109 XV| three broad planks. He and Manasseh held the briers aside with 110 XV| orders to his companions. Manasseh was to lead the horses up, 111 XV| chain, was treasured by Manasseh among his most precious 112 XV| tale before, brother," said Manasseh, after assuring himself 113 XV| fast asleep in a twinkling. Manasseh was now left undisturbed 114 XV| me?~ ~"Your brother,~ ~ "Manasseh."~ ~ ~ [179]~ ~ 115 XVI| After finishing his letter, Manasseh took a number of banknotes 116 XVI| Softly opening the door, Manasseh found himself in a low but 117 XVI| dropped out, until at last Manasseh and the Wallachian commander 118 XVI| them. Fortune declared for Manasseh, and he swept the accu[181] 119 XVI| another.~ ~"Why, you are Manasseh Adorjan!" exclaimed the 120 XVI| spare pipe to lend me?" Manasseh asked his right-hand neighbour.[ 121 XVI| was the ready reply.~ ~Manasseh filled the proffered pipe, 122 XVI| opponents to win. But not so Manasseh. He plundered the company 123 XVI| groups about these two. Manasseh still continued to win, 124 XVI| swallow of your brandy," said Manasseh, but he had no sooner tasted 125 XVI| hang."~ ~"Oh, no," replied Manasseh, lightly, "for that would 126 XVI| They played, and again Manasseh won. A man less bold of 127 XVI| winnings on the table. But Manasseh knew better. His opponents, 128 XVI| any questions," replied Manasseh, with a courteous bow.~ ~" 129 XVI| brothers free," returned Manasseh, boldly, "and promise me 130 XVI| with in that fashion?"~ ~Manasseh kept his seat on the edge 131 XVI| hither from Szent-Laszlo."~ ~Manasseh burst into a laugh. "It 132 XVI| you see burning now."~ ~"Manasseh, if you are lying to me!"~ ~" 133 XVI| Wallachian.~ ~"Good!" cried Manasseh, with a laugh. "At least 134 XVI| Sixteen was the number," Manasseh corrected him.~ ~A bed of 135 XVII| beauties of the place.~ ~"If Manasseh should only come out now 136 XVII| to be fulfilled."~ ~But Manasseh did not appear.~ ~"Look 137 XVII| he was thinking: "What if Manasseh should come back, not alone, 138 XVII| cherishing such a wish? Ah, let Manasseh himself come, even if he 139 XVII| to laugh at this, and had Manasseh only been there, she could 140 XVII| quite different. "What if Manasseh shouldn't come by noon - 141 XVII| Aloud once more: "That lad Manasseh must have made a little 142 XVII| and stateliest. They were Manasseh and his two brothers, David 143 XVII| I of no account?" asked Manasseh. "Have I no share in all 144 XVII| saying, he threw himself at Manasseh's feet and embraced his 145 XVII| and the two brothers, whom Manasseh now presented to Blanka, 146 XVII| rode a little behind with Manasseh. "You must have had the 147 XVII| invite to our wedding," was Manasseh's ready reply. "Aaron[197] 148 XVII| happy valley which, from Manasseh's description, had so often 149 XVIII| hearty welcome. With Anna, Manasseh's twin sister, the girl 150 XVIII| she sighed deeply. "Did Manasseh tell you about him?" she 151 XVIII| and will be still happier. Manasseh will turn the earth itself 152 XVIII| they found him, - all but Manasseh. Nor did I seek to allay 153 XVIII| them to Vienna or Rome. But Manasseh, I knew, must meet with 154 XVIII| the same social circle. Manasseh, however, said not a word, 155 XVIII| bosom, and appealed to him. 'Manasseh,' I pleaded, 'my heart's 156 XVIII| soul out of this world.' Manasseh looked at me: his eyes glowed, 157 XVIII| that of the other. Hitherto Manasseh's self-control in foregoing 158 XVIII| won from him by his sister Manasseh had come to regard as no 159 XVIII| as my dowry to bring to Manasseh. He said he wished to begin 160 XIX| raised money on his friend Manasseh's forged signature. After 161 XIX| due he had presented it to Manasseh, who had promptly discounted 162 XIX| came a third brother, - Manasseh.~ ~"Ah, at last!" cried 163 XX| the way of her marriage to Manasseh.~ ~In the courtyard to the 164 XX| her. Neither Blanka nor Manasseh had even suspected what 165 XX| kept amused."~ ~Meanwhile Manasseh had appeared.~ ~"Manasseh," 166 XX| Manasseh had appeared.~ ~"Manasseh," whispered Aaron, "come 167 XX| These words were to Manasseh like a dagger-thrust in 168 XX| will yet repay. To you, Manasseh, I have to say, remember 169 XX| resemblance between Jonathan and Manasseh was striking. This lifeless 170 XX| the illusion that it was Manasseh himself lying lifeless before 171 XX| tears she called aloud, "Manasseh!"~ ~He was at her side in 172 XX| knew that only his brother Manasseh was capable of such a feat 173 XX| you thinking of?" cried Manasseh, in a voice that all could 174 XX| Very well, brother Manasseh, but you need not charge 175 XX| believer in God," returned Manasseh, in a tone of reproof. " 176 XX| himself Attila. Now, then, Manasseh, I love you and am ready 177 XX| hand with you," declared Manasseh.~ ~Therewith the two brothers 178 XXI| May, Blanka and Anna, with Manasseh and Aaron, were climbing 179 XXI| tortuous mountain path. Manasseh had his portfolio and some 180 XXI| case of an attack?" asked Manasseh.[246]~ ~"Wasn't it from 181 XXI| condition for defence," objected Manasseh.~ ~"And how do you know 182 XXI| paint that picture!" sighed Manasseh.~ ~"You succeeded with the 183 XXI| Take good care of my wife," Manasseh called to his brother, " 184 XXI| Unitarian."~ ~With that Manasseh let them go their way. But 185 XXI| quips and quibbles as that. Manasseh closed his portfolio, picked 186 XXI| assurance of help near at hand, "Manasseh! Manasseh!" - until they 187 XXI| near at hand, "Manasseh! Manasseh!" - until they reached him 188 XXI| so frightened at?" asked Manasseh, taking the matter lightly 189 XXI| You little geese!" cried Manasseh, laughing, "it was only 190 XXI| women, still clinging to Manasseh, went with him to examine 191 XXI| needless cruelty," remarked Manasseh, - "and merely on account 192 XXI| see how sharp my brother Manasseh is! My fortifications and 193 XXI| won't let you see them, Manasseh."~ ~"Cannon, brother?" repeated 194 XXI| Cannon, brother?" repeated Manasseh, laughing. "How in the world 195 XXI| what you see - not even Manasseh."~ ~Blanka and Anna both 196 XXI| interval the three rejoined Manasseh, the two ladies laughing 197 XXIII| to nearly four hundred.~ ~Manasseh was at home with the women 198 XXIII| God had appointed them. Manasseh now embraced Blanka and 199 XXIII| Heaven will care for us."~ ~Manasseh could not suppress a sigh 200 XXIII| need not fear for us."~ ~Manasseh's feelings were too deep 201 XXIII| outskirts of the village Manasseh met scattered bodies of 202 XXIII| approach of strangers.~ ~Manasseh accosted the first man whose 203 XXIII| as to unbosom himself to Manasseh, complaining that, at this 204 XXIII| he received a cigar from Manasseh, and acknowledged himself 205 XXIII| repaid for his trouble.~ ~Manasseh advanced to the door and 206 XXIII| table for some time yet."~ ~Manasseh drew a visiting-card from 207 XXIII| confined in the cellar. Manasseh assented to this peculiar 208 XXIII| the main or outer cellar, Manasseh's escort opened the iron 209 XXIII| make himself comfortable.~ ~Manasseh found himself in almost 210 XXIII| out of the gloom called, "Manasseh!"~ ~"Who is there?"~ ~"I."[ 211 XXIII| was a gipsy, whose voice Manasseh recognised. "How came you 212 XXIII| down-hearted, my little man," said Manasseh, cheerily.~ ~"I'm not a 213 XXIII| gipsy phlegm exactly suited Manasseh's mood, and he exerted himself 214 XXIII| I'll bet you my fiddle, Manasseh, you won't live to see another 215 XXIII| vain, you rogue!" commanded Manasseh, sternly, "or I'll let you 216 XXIII| t get your cigar-stump, Manasseh. They'll take me out first."~ ~ 217 XXIII| shoulders. Despite his disguise, Manasseh recognised him at once. 218 XXIII| his deadly enemy.~ ~"Well, Manasseh Adorjan," began the other, " 219 XXIII| called Diurbanu," replied Manasseh, coldly.~ ~"And don't you 220 XXIII| paper he had received from Manasseh.~ ~The latter shrugged his 221 XXIII| Idle threats!" muttered Manasseh, scornfully, between his 222 XXIII| fall into her hands."~ ~Manasseh shuddered with horror, and 223 XXIII| insult to his adored Blanka, Manasseh's wrath blazed up and mastered 224 XXIII| hideous smile.~ ~"Very good, Manasseh! One more score to charge 225 XXIII| confidently on that," rejoined Manasseh. "The moment your ruffian 226 XXIII| now say good night."~ ~"Manasseh!" called a voice from the 227 XXIII| calls? Or is it only a rat?" Manasseh had forgotten that his dungeon 228 XXIII| knots with my teeth."~ ~Manasseh complied. The gipsy had 229 XXIII| became visible. At first Manasseh thought some one was coming 230 XXIII| must have fallen ere this. Manasseh paced his prison cell in 231 XXIII| the assaulting party.~ ~Manasseh was fast losing all self-control. " 232 XXIII| cellar.~ ~"Lanyi," commanded Manasseh, in quick, energetic tones, " 233 XXIII| grasped the beam behind while Manasseh carried the forward end, 234 XXIII| back!" cried the gipsy, as Manasseh was about to run up the 235 XXIII| figure confronted him. But Manasseh did not strike down this 236 XXIII| Take care!" she cried to Manasseh, and she made as if to shield 237 XXIII| Stay where you are!"~ ~But Manasseh seized her by the wrist 238 XXIII| Thus, disarmed and in Manasseh's power, she stood calmly[ 239 XXIII| girl, calmly, and she led Manasseh into the empty house. "Aaron 240 XXIII| more to frighten." Then to Manasseh: "You know it takes two 241 XXIII| and I bring them - you, Manasseh, alive and unharmed. That 242 XXIII| to my sister," answered Manasseh, in a tone of sadness. " 243 XXIII| enable me to marry you.'"~ ~Manasseh trembled with suppressed 244 XXIII| waved a final adieu to Manasseh, and rode away with her 245 XXIII| said the gipsy, touching Manasseh's elbow, "let us set about 246 XXIII| be coming back."~ ~While Manasseh made his way to the church, 247 XXIII| went with him.~ ~"There, Manasseh," he cried, in triumph, " 248 XXIII| himself on one elbow and met Manasseh's gaze.~ ~"Kill me and be 249 XXIII| in sullen despair.~ ~But Manasseh remained standing with folded 250 XXIII| God's will be done!"~ ~Manasseh allowed himself to use no 251 XXIII| restive and hard to manage. Manasseh took him by the bridle and 252 XXIII| right and begone!" whispered Manasseh to the rider, and he caused 253 XXIV| of these young artisans Manasseh set about forming a guild 254 XXIV| piece of good fortune for Manasseh that he had a partner in 255 XXIV| manager was none other than Manasseh's wife. In the third year 256 XXIV| deserters. Three quarters of Manasseh's workmen came under the 257 XXIV| This was a hard blow to Manasseh's enterprise. He resolved 258 XXIV| government circles in the past, Manasseh now found everything changed 259 XXIV| it this very minute.")~ ~Manasseh was by no means pleased 260 XXIV| favourable consideration, Manasseh forced himself to smile 261 XXIV| advisement, and three days after Manasseh's return to Toroczko he 262 XXIV| him.~ ~"Impossible!" cried Manasseh, in astonishment. "I was 263 XXIV| petition rejected?" asked Manasseh.~ ~"On the ground that those 264 XXIV| do so a second time."~ ~Manasseh's bitter reflections were 265 XXIV| own exemption!" repeated Manasseh, in amazement. It had not 266 XXIV| he read as follows: "'Mr. Manasseh Adorjan is alleged, on unquestionable 267 XXIV| accusation against him, Manasseh recognised that he was far 268 XXIV| misshapen as that?" asked Manasseh, in surprise.~ ~"To be sure, 269 XXIV| kind of thing," answered Manasseh, "but not an Adorjan. I 270 XXIV| agree with you," was all Manasseh could say. "If I am ordered 271 XXIV| master, shirk my duty?"~ ~"Manasseh is right," declared Anna. " 272 XXIV| discharge and come home."~ ~Manasseh pressed his sister's hand 273 XXIV| for here, and, besides, if Manasseh goes away you will have 274 XXIV| whole year without seeing Manasseh - a whole autumn, winter, 275 XXIV| Toroczko young men, and Manasseh with them, were sent off 276 XXIV| all about her troubles to Manasseh.~ ~ ~ [302]~ ~ 277 XXV| of home and country. Will Manasseh Adorjan fight when he is 278 XXVI| and the battalion in which Manasseh Adorjan still served as 279 XXVI| fight.~ ~Leaning on his gun, Manasseh thoughtfully observed the 280 XXVI| though they marched up, Manasseh saw none of them return. 281 XXVI| farther side.~ ~At this point Manasseh's battalion was ordered 282 XXVI| order was obeyed, and then Manasseh learned what the cypress-crowned 283 XXVI| step is a human corpse. Manasseh took care to step over and 284 XXVI| driven back in confusion.~ ~Manasseh's battalion was then commanded 285 XXVI| necessary orders, but it was to Manasseh that every eye was turned 286 XXVI| attempt the impossible.~ ~Manasseh looked up at the clouded 287 XXVI| exultation. He embraced Manasseh, and kissed him on both 288 XXVI| confident prediction.~ ~Manasseh smiled sadly. He knew better 289 XXVI| my lads!"~ ~But this time Manasseh shook his head, whereupon 290 XXVI| the major, astounded.~ ~Manasseh raised his hand to heaven. " 291 XXVI| Thou shalt not kill!'" was Manasseh's reply.~ ~"But you are 292 XXVI| that day's fight.[313]~ ~Manasseh and his comrades fled with 293 XXVII| XXVII.~ ~AN HOUR OF TRIAL.~ ~Manasseh and those with him were 294 XXVII| presents could not but thrill Manasseh with pride and exultation. 295 XXVII| conflicting emotions which Manasseh experienced in that hour 296 XXVII| of the crucified Saviour. Manasseh stood now before one of 297 XXVII| seemed to say to him.~ ~But Manasseh hastened from the room and 298 XXVII| morning mail. Acknowledging Manasseh's greeting, he handed him 299 XXVII| It seemed to look down on Manasseh with the same gentle reproof, 300 XXVII| in the Toroczko orchards, Manasseh and his comrades were at 301 XXVII| Who is that pretty boy?" Manasseh asked his wife.~ ~She laughed 302 XXVII| affecting part of it all to Manasseh was the appearance of his 303 XXVIII| live for. Her dear brother Manasseh was restored to his family, 304 XXVIII| you?"~ ~A silent nod of Manasseh's bowed head was her sufficient 305 XXVIII| in this matter, brother Manasseh, will you not?"~ ~Another 306 XXVIII| The prediction uttered by Manasseh, when his enemy lay in his 307 XXVIII| bring sorrow and despair.~ ~Manasseh met the police officer at 308 XXVIII| unconscious to the floor.~ ~Manasseh found him there and bore 309 XXVIII| brothers returned home, Manasseh went at once to his guest' 310 XXVIII| his promise to his sister, Manasseh had, with a few strokes 311 XXVIII| On entering the room, Manasseh detected a peculiar odour 312 XXVIII| is in this room!"~ ~But Manasseh hurried to the window, threw 313 XXVIII| and grandchildren born to Manasseh and Blanka grew up to call