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Eve’s Ransom

CHAPTER XIV
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I'll get you some papers." On returning from the bookstall, he slipped loose silver into Patty's hands.
"Use that if you want anything on the journey.

And--I haven't forgot my promise." "Nonsense!" "Go and take your places now: there's only ten minutes to wait." He watched them as they passed the harrier.

Neither of the girls was dressed very suitably for travelling; but Eve's costume resembled that of a lady, while Patty's might suggest that she was a lady's-maid.

As if to confirm this distinction, Patty had burdened herself with several small articles, whereas her friend carried only a sunshade.

They disappeared among people upon the platform.


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