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Peveril of the Peak

CHAPTER XV
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But for your friend Philip, he is an avowed contemner of good order, and seems to find pleasure in wasting time, even when he does not enjoy it." "I have been enjoying my time just now at least," said the Earl, rising from table, and picking his teeth carelessly.

"These fresh mullets are delicious, and so is the Lachrymae Christi.

I pray you to sit down to breakfast, Julian, and partake the goods my royal foresight has provided.

Never was King of Man nearer being left to the mercy of the execrable brandy of his dominions.

Old Griffiths would never, in the midst of our speedy retreat of last night, have had sense enough to secure a few flasks, had I not given him a hint on that important subject.


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