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St. Ives

CHAPTER XVIII--MR
9/21

I am even as anxious as yourself to postpone my first appearance there.

On the other hand, I have not the slightest intention of leaving this country, where I please myself extremely.

I have a good address, a ready tongue, an English accent that passes, and, thanks to the generosity of my uncle, as much money as I want.

It would be hard indeed if, with all these advantages, Mr.St.
Ives should not be able to live quietly in a private lodging, while the authorities amuse themselves by looking for Champdivers.

You forget, there is no connection between these two personages.' 'And you forget your cousin,' retorted Romaine.


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