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... cause . That , such as it was , Meanwhile , the subject of his thoughts was keenly , horribly , aware of his watch- ful gaze . One swift glance had told her that he was present - where sitting and by whom — and after that she was as ...
... cause . That , such as it was , Meanwhile , the subject of his thoughts was keenly , horribly , aware of his watch- ful gaze . One swift glance had told her that he was present - where sitting and by whom — and after that she was as ...
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... cause , ' was the reply of the courteous old noble- man ; " but I am sure it can be no pleasure to you to stay in these hot rooms , much as we shall all miss your presence ; and it will be far better for you to go home and rest . " Sir ...
... cause , ' was the reply of the courteous old noble- man ; " but I am sure it can be no pleasure to you to stay in these hot rooms , much as we shall all miss your presence ; and it will be far better for you to go home and rest . " Sir ...
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... caused her to feel the need of feminine companionship this morning ; she did not want to confide in Blanche Erskine , she only wanted to feel that she had a woman , who was friendly to her , near her . Mrs Erskine asked after her ...
... caused her to feel the need of feminine companionship this morning ; she did not want to confide in Blanche Erskine , she only wanted to feel that she had a woman , who was friendly to her , near her . Mrs Erskine asked after her ...
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... cause for their lady's grief . The entrance of the butler with her cup of coffee caused Lady Carew to efface with hasty care all traces of tears , and resume her usual aspect , in preparation for the appearance of the two gentlemen . Mr ...
... cause for their lady's grief . The entrance of the butler with her cup of coffee caused Lady Carew to efface with hasty care all traces of tears , and resume her usual aspect , in preparation for the appearance of the two gentlemen . Mr ...
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... cause of it all : he has spoilt my life and wrecked my peace , and I cannot hate him . " ... these were the words which alone found expression in her solitary hour . CHAPTER XVIII . MRS ERSKINE SEES A GHOST . " 78 Tried by Fire .
... cause of it all : he has spoilt my life and wrecked my peace , and I cannot hate him . " ... these were the words which alone found expression in her solitary hour . CHAPTER XVIII . MRS ERSKINE SEES A GHOST . " 78 Tried by Fire .
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