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`` Not all of them ; only they do not come upon me as often as they used , '' he replied gravely ; for poor Robin had one time been subject to periodical fits that bordered on insanity , and during such afflictions wandered about the country , without seeking repose or speaking word to any one . Constance Cecil , with her usual kindness , had him frequently taken care of at Cecil Place ; and Barbara 's kind attention to him during such fearful trials was the source of as strong , as unvarying , and devoted an attachment as ever human being manifested towards another . By degrees the conversation sunk into low confidential whispers , as if caution , even there , was necessary . It was near four o'clock in the morning before the Buccaneer departed for his ship , and then Robin escorted the Cavalier to his usual chamber in the Gull 's Nest . When thirsty grief in wine we steep , When healths and draughts go free , Fishes that tipple in the deep Know no such liberty . LOVELACE . `` A blessing and a salutation , reverend sir !