human
Holy Virgin! exclaimed Joseph, his voice trembling with agitation as his eye glanced down the long list of names.
gpt
Here are many of the most powerful and wealthy nobles of my land. It is impossible that they can all be traitors. Some of them I have ever deemed the most loyal and obedient of my subjects.
human
Still greater, therefore, is their treachery, Sire; and greater must be their punishment,
gpt
But what cause can they have to seek my death? said the King.
human
Have they not already all they can desire? Do they not enjoy the highest rank, and fill all the posts of honour I have to give?
gpt
As their ambition and pride are boundless, they would create yet higher ones, answered Carvalho.
human
If your Majesty would again enjoy security and repose, these guilty persons, without distinction of their rank or station, must suffer the penalty of their crimes.
gpt
Alas! I fear it must be so, said the King, hesitatingly;
human
There are strong proofs of their guilt; and on their trial there will yet appear stronger, answered the Minister.
gpt
On my head be their blood, if they be innocent. I must request your Majesty to sign these warrants for their apprehension, and I will issue them when I see a favourable opportunity. We must proceed with caution, for they have a powerful party in their favour. Unless this is done, I cannot, Sire, answer from day to day for the security of your life or crown.