It was that night also that in the height of their fatuous ardor of love Aurora wrote an impromptu poem of fealty, entitled “Wilt Thou Remember Thy Vow?” It revealed the intensity of their emotions, their utter subjugation and mutual abandonment of will and desire each to the other and its dire revenge in the end, if their solemn vow was betrayed.
Like the poem, the music which was composed by Margaret, was also an inspiration. It interpreted the poem in a sad, sublimely pathetic strain, yet at times in bold and threatening torrents of color and passion. The very spirit of the words and the oath, that would be their guiding star throughout their lives, surged through it. In all respects it was a masterpiece of symphonic creation.
[1] The slang in vogue half a century ago may be found now in standard dictionaries. Its use was considered in good form by the elite of that day. [↑]
CHAPTER IV
Historical Events of the 20th Century
The senior class of the Diana Seminary were assembled in the auditorium, listening in a trance of respectful attention to Professor Cielo Allenson. He had just begun his review of the historical events of the 20th Century, now and then giving his individual comments upon the subjects presented.