“If she knew me as I really am she would despise me, and certainly not aid or abet my evil designs. To veil their vices from the sight of the good is the only resource of those who are not blind and know themselves to be vicious.' Thus was I confirmed in habits of hypocrisy; and these, for a time, worked only too effectually to my advantage.” EvilHonestyGoodHypocrisyDespiseDisguiseViciousViceDissimulate Book:The Episodes of Vathek Source: The Episodes of Vathek
“Shortly after we were in bed I began my story, but made it so absurd, so long, and so tiresome, that, as my intention was, I sent her to sleep, and should have gone to sleep myself - but dark plots are ever wakeful. (“The Story of Prince Barkiarokh”)” EvilParanoiaEvil Plots Book:The Episodes of Vathek Source: The Episodes of Vathek