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.

Summary
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.