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The Old Curiosity Shop

CHAPTER 65
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She will be found here, whenever she's wanted; and as to me, you're pretty sure to find me at home, for a week or two.
There are more reasons than one for that.

Marchioness, a light! If you lose another minute in looking at me, sir, I'll never forgive you!' Mr Abel needed no more remonstrance or persuasion.

He was gone in an instant; and the Marchioness, returning from lighting him down-stairs, reported that the pony, without any preliminary objection whatever, had dashed away at full gallop.
'That's right!' said Dick; 'and hearty of him; and I honour him from this time.

But get some supper and a mug of beer, for I am sure you must be tired.

Do have a mug of beer.


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