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Answer my question sincerely ; for , believe me , Eliza , it is not malice , but concern for you , which prompts it . '' `` I will answer you , Julia , '' said she . `` You have discovered a secret which harrows up my very soul -- a secret which I wished you to know , but could not exert resolution to reveal . Yes , it was Major Sanford -- the man who has robbed me of my peace , who has triumphed in my destruction , and who will cause my sun to set at noon . '' `` I shudder , '' said I , `` at your confession ! Wretched , deluded girl ! Is this a return for your parent 's love and assiduous care ; for your friends ' solicitude and premonitory advice ?