In ways less striking, the same influence of vast responsibilities was perhaps lou reed metal machine upon William Ashe. It had already made him a sterner, tougher, and-no doubt-a greater man. The defection of William only left Kitty, it seemed, still more greedy of things to see and do. Innumerable sacristans opened all possible doors and unveiled all possible pictures. Bellini succeeded Tintoret, and Carpaccio Bellini.