That the whole conception is instinct with Quixotic humour need excite no surprise, when we consider that the mind which planned it was engaged at the very time in calling into being that unique character, the Governor of Barataria!

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Yet have I something in me dangerous, Which let thy wiseness fear.

The smile became an orange balloon, orgulous and threatening.