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The Powers and Maxine

CHAPTER XI
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Indeed, I did guess, but I couldn't be sure, so I saw him.

I didn't want you to know--I tell you that frankly, Raoul.
Because I'd told you not to come home with me, I hoped you wouldn't find out that I meant to let Count Godensky drive part of the way back with me and Marianne.

I ran the risk, and--the very thing happened which I ought to have known would happen.

As for what he had to tell me, it was nothing; only vague hints of trouble from which he, as one of an inner circle, might save you, if I--would be grateful enough." "The scoundrel!" broke out Raoul, convinced now, his eyes blazing.
"I'll--" He stopped suddenly.

But I knew what had been on his lips to say.


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