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When's that Colton girl comin' to call on Comfort again ?" I had taken my hat from the hook.

Now, with it in my hand, I turned and faced her.
"How should I know that ?" I demanded.

"That's a trifle off the subject, isn't it ?" "Um-hm," said Dorinda.

"Maybe 'tis." I went out hurriedly.
Within the week I was at home in my new position.