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Scarhaven Keep

CHAPTER XII
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Be warned!--I warn you, if the Coroner doesn't.
Mr.Greyle, I must ask you certain questions.

Did you see the deceased Bassett Oliver on Sunday last ?" "No!" "I needn't remind you that you are on your oath.

Have you ever met the deceased man in your life ?" "Never!" "You never met him in America ?" "I may have met him--but not to my recollection.

If I did, it was in such a casual fashion that I have completely forgotten all about it." "Very well--you are on your oath, mind.

Where did you live in America, before you succeeded to this estate ?" The Squire's solicitor intervened.
"Don't answer that question!" he said sharply.


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