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Birds of Prey

CHAPTER III
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He was telling me only a few days ago how he had made a will leaving you every sixpence he possesses, without reservation, and how he has insured his life for five thousand pounds." "O yes, I know that; but I don't call _that_ being a good husband.

I don't want him to leave me his money.

I don't want him to die.

I want him to stay at home." "Poor Tom! I'm afraid he's not the sort of man for that kind of thing.
He likes change and amusement.

You married a rich man, Mrs.Halliday; you made your choice, you know, without regard to the feelings of any one else.


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