Cruel with guilt, and daring with despair, the midnight murderer bursts the faithless bar; invades the sacred hour … - Samuel Johnson

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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.

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