Mistress of Darkness
“'If you made their coming sufficiently attractive a prospect. Talk to them, Tom. Now, while you have them here. Tell them what you hope for them, what you require of them.''Now? But it is Thursday.''Does that make a difference? Do they not say, needs must when the devil drives? How much more must that be applied when the Lord beckons. You have them here now, gathered in front of you, impressed by what we have so far accomplished. I will wager you will never have a more receptive audience in you...r life.''My word,' Coke said. 'But I believe you are right.' He looked down at his naked chest. 'But I cannot preach like this. You must give me time to don my clothes, and prepare a text.''Time?' Matt demanded. 'Time?' For already the least curious were drifting back to the door, chattering amongst themselves. 'Avast, there,' he shouted, reverting to his navy days. In the limited space his voice sounded like a cannon shot. Everyone stopped talking and turned to face the dais. Desperately Matt searched his brain for words, and cursed himself for having paid so little attention to religious matters throughout his life.'Brethren,' Sue suggested in a whisper at his elbow.'Brethren,' he shouted.MoreLess
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