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Ernest Linwood

CHAPTER XIV
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They are not safe companions for innocence and simplicity like yours." "And is this all ?" I asked, drawing a long breath, and feeling as if Mont Blanc had rolled from my breast.
"It is." "And you have heard no invidious remarks ?" "Not yet, Gabriella, but--" "My dear master," said I, rising with a joyous spring from my chair.

"I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your anxious care of my good name.

But I am sure Mrs.Linwood would not have sanctioned an impropriety.

I have always felt towards Richard as I imagine I would towards a brother, were I so blest as to have one.

He has made my lonely walks very pleasant by his lively and intelligent conversation.


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