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Heart and Science

CHAPTER XX
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Write, when you get to Quebec.

Now, Maria! say good-bye." Maria presented herself to her brother with a grace which did honour to the family dancing-master.

Her short farewell speech was a model of its kind.
"Dear Ovid, I am only a child; but I feel truly anxious for the recovery of your health.

At this favourable season you may look forward to a pleasant voyage.

Please accept my best wishes." She offered her cheek to be kissed--and looked like a young person who had done her duty, and knew it.
Mr.Gallilee--modestly secluded behind the window curtains--appeared, at a sign from his wife.


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