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The Fighting Chance

CHAPTER XII THE ASKING PRICE
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I don't want him to think what he will think if he walks into the room and finds you waiting.

You have your key, Leroy.

Walk down the block; and when you see him come in, give him five minutes." Her voice had become a little breathless, and her colour was high.
Mortimer, too, seemed apprehensive.

Things had suddenly begun to work themselves out too swiftly.
"Do you think that's best ?" he faltered, looking about for his hat.
"Tell Merkle that nobody has been here, if Quarrier should ask him.

Do you think we're doing it in the best way, Lydia?
By God, it smells of a put-up job to me! But I guess it's all right.


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