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The Shuttle

CHAPTER XVII
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Such a course seemed businesslike and dignified.
It was what Betty felt that her father would do.

Nothing could be complained of, which was done with the knowledge and under the sanction of the family solicitors.
"Then there are other things we must do.

We must go to shops and theatres.

It will be good for you to go to shops and theatres, Rosy." "I have nothing but rags to wear," answered Lady Anstruthers, reddening.
"Then before we go we will have things sent down.

People can be sent from the shops to arrange what we want." The magic of the name, standing for great wealth, could, it was true, bring to them, not only the contents of shops, but the people who showed them, and were ready to carry out any orders.


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