Quote by Dante Gabriel Rossetti

Was it a friend or foe that spread these lies? Nay, who but infants question in such wise, 'twas one of my most intimate enemies.

Was it a friend or foe that spread these lies? Nay, who but

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This quote suggests that the spreader of lies was not an outsider, but rather someone close and trusted, perhaps a friend or confidant. The speaker dismisses the idea of it being a naive question asked by innocent individuals. Instead, they identify the culprit as one of their closest and trusted enemies, highlighting the betrayal and deception they have experienced.

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