why did john say to helen ,the ghost,"i wish to heaven,i had never seen you"

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John was angry with Helen. Helen had interrupted their Ouija board party and had caused suspicion in Lavinia's mind. John blamed Helen for creating a misunderstanding between him and his wife. He felt that Helen was the cause of his unhappiness.

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