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Her Father’s Daughter

CHAPTER XXIII
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And then, if Eileen's in such a hurry, after we have had a bite we'll start for home." "Thank you, Aunt Caroline, oh, thank you!" cried Eileen.
"You needn't take the trouble to 'aunt' me every time you speak to me," said the lady.

"I know you're my niece, but I ain't goin' to remind you of it every time I speak to you.

It's agein', this 'auntie' business.
I don't stand for it, and as for a name, I am free to confess I always like the way Jim calls me 'Callie.' That sounds younger and more companionable than 'Caroline.'" James Heitman looked at Eileen and winked.
"You just bet, old girl!" he said.

"They ain't any of them can beat you, not even Eileen at her best.

Let's get her out of here.


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