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"I shall do nothing of the sort," exclaimed Myra with spirit

"In that case, Myra, you will remain here as the captive of El Diablo

Cojuelo, and the outlaill try to teach you theof love and

passion, teach you to respond to the call of your heart--if you have a

heart You shall have your first lesson now, my sweet captive"

He sat down beside Myra on the couch as he spoke, flung his arms around

her and drew her into a close e her close to his breast and kissing her lips, her

cheeks, and her breast Myra screahed at her

"Why waste your breath, sweet lady?" he laughed "No one can hear your

cries, except, perhaps, Mother Dolores; but if allnot oneto attehter You are coo Oh, please, please, letto break froh

to take advantage of my helplessness!"

"Only confess that you love