Before You Read: Target Vocabulary
Essential words to understand this chapter easily.
crucifix
/ˈkruːsəfɪks/A representation of a cross with the figure of Jesus Christ on it
autopsy
/ˈɔːtɒpsi/An official medical examination of a dead body to discover the cause of death
mutilate
/ˈmjuːtɪleɪt/To damage or disfigure a body severely by cutting or tearing
solicitor
/səˈlɪsɪtə/A lawyer who prepares legal documents and advises clients
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The funeral was arranged so that Lucy and her mother could be buried together. While the undertakers carried out their gloomy duties, Professor Van Helsing and I searched through Lucy's room. He carefully collected her private letters and personal memoranda, insisting that no strangers should ever read her innermost thoughts. Before going to bed, we went to look at Lucy one last time. To my astonishment, death had not destroyed her loveliness. Instead, all her youthful beauty had returned. She looked fresh and peaceful, as though she were merely resting. Van Helsing remained stern and serious. He placed wild garlic...
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