“They are evil, lying spirits!” exclaimed Dyer, with excitement.
“From the infernal spheres,” said Mrs. Fordham, solemnly. “I am afraid, Mrs. Weir, that sirens are seeking to possess your daughter, that they may utterly destroy her.”
“Adele, come! Flee to us quickly!” cried Mrs. Weir, in a tremor of excitement, stretching forth her hands.
“My spirits are true, and I believe them!” answered the girl, resolutely. And she stood immovable.
“The spirits will not communicate unless the circle is harmonized,” said Mrs. Fordham, with ill-concealed impatience.
“Let the perverse creature withdraw, then.” Mr. Dyer spoke sharply.
“Go!” said Mrs. Fordham, waving her hand.
But Adele stirred not.
“Go!” repeated her mother.
There was not a sign of obedience.