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The Primadonna

CHAPTER V
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I thought of that before I left New York, so I brought some English notes from there.' 'How thoughtful you always are for me!' 'It's not much to do for a woman one likes.

But I'm sorry if I've brought too little.

Here it is, anyway.' He produced a large and well-worn pocket-book, and took from it a small envelope, which he handed to her.
'Tell me how much more you'll need,' he said, 'and I'll give it to you to-morrow.

I'll put the notes between the pages of a new book and leave it at your door.

He wouldn't open a package that was addressed to you from a bookseller's, would he ?' 'No,' answered the lady, her expression changing a little, 'I think he draws the line at the bookseller.' 'You see, this was meant for you,' said Mr.Van Torp.


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