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Jeanne of the Marshes

CHAPTER VI
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He said nothing, however, until she produced her purse, and held out a little tentatively two half-crowns.
"You are very kind," he said.

"I will take one if you will allow me.
That is quite sufficient.

You see the Hall behind the trees there.

You cannot miss your way, I think, and if you will take my advice you will not wander about in the marshes here except at high tide.

The sea comes in to the most unexpected places, and very quickly, too, sometimes.
Good morning!" "Good morning, and thank you very much," she answered, turning away toward the road.
* * * * * Cecil de la Borne was standing at the end of the drive when she appeared, a telescope in his hand.


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