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The Haunted Hotel

CHAPTER V
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The latter wanted to borrow money of the former.

His lordship refused in language which offended Baron Rivar.

My lady pacified them, and made them shake hands.' The third, and last letter, was from Venice.
'More of my lord's economy! Instead of staying at the hotel, we have hired a damp, mouldy, rambling old palace.

My lady insists on having the best suites of rooms wherever we go--and the palace comes cheaper for a two months' term.

My lord tried to get it for longer; he says the quiet of Venice is good for his nerves.


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