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Wilhelm lacked courage to seek to withhold the steward from carrying out his plan , but Damianus summoned up his resolution , laid his hand on the old man 's shoulder , and said : `` If you wait here a few weeks more , Belotti , you will find the true rest , the peace of a good conscience . The crown of life is promised to those , who are faithful , unto death . When these sad days are over , it will be easy to smooth the way to your home . We shall meet again towards noon , Belotti . If my assistance is necessary , send for me ; old Ambrosius knows where to find me . May God 's blessing rest upon you , and if you will accept it from me , on you also , Meister Wilhelm . '' After the priest had left the house , Belotti said , sighing : `` He 'll yet force me to yield to his will .