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A Roman Singer

CHAPTER IX
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You see, she is a great lady, and the people of her embassy are causing everything to be done very quickly.

If you had poisoned that old lady who brought us this famous wine a minute ago, you might have had to wait till next year, innocent or guilty." It struck me that the wine was producing its effect.
"Very well," said Nino, resolutely; "let us go.

You will see that I am perfectly ready, although the news has shaken me much; and so you will permit me to walk quietly with you, without attracting any attention ?" "Oh, we would not think of incommoding you," said the fat man.

"The orders were expressly to give you every convenience, and we have a private carriage below.

Signor Grandi, we thank you for your civility.


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