Cruel with guilt, and daring with despair, The midnight murderer bursts the faithless bar Invades the sacred hour of silent rest And leaves, unseen, a dagger in your breast. (Samuel Johnson)

Cruel with guilt, and daring with despair, The midnight murderer bursts the faithless bar Invades the sacred hour of silent rest And leaves, unseen, a dagger in your breast.

Samuel Johnson

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