Benjamin+Clifford+-+May+29,+1822

I think I may have made a terrible, terrible mistake in trusting Finton. I should have known after his encounter with Pimm! Every time I see or hear of a human dealing lightly with these supernatural occurrences, it seems there is always a great difference in power between the human and the supernatural; some form of subjugation by these dark forces. Timothy, Eli, James... and I wonder especially now about Frank. Even Brocc, for that matter, could have had encounters with something higher than him and succumbed to its power.

The only man I have seen who has been able to handle the darkness with any degree of integrity is Father Quinn, and of course he has God on his side. I wonder if I might be able to contact him. Perhaps he has some worthwhile insight.

And... Cartwright. I care little what he thinks of me, but I swear, justice will be done to Anne, or... Arianne, whatever her name is. A little girl in a place like his... I shudder to think of it. But then, with her capabilities, who is to say that she could not escape herself? The resurrection of Eli seems to be her main concern. She is a small girl, but she may find a way. I pray that she finds a way.

The fact that they were able to take Arianne without a trace is, in itself, disconcerting. She is a remarkably capable child, not one to be underestimated. I wonder what kinds of power and people Cartwright has access to if he is able to do this.

I can’t believe I am getting kicked out of my room. Damn that Frank!

What is that disgusting sound in the wall?