[Richard Vandermarck by Miriam Coles Harris]@TWC D-Link bookRichard Vandermarck CHAPTER III 8/18
He was rather handsomer than Richard, not so tall, but more vivacious and more amusing, much more so.
I began to think Richard rather dull when I contrasted him with his brother. When we reached the wharf, Mr.Vandermarck, after disposing of the baggage, gave his arm to me, and took me to an open wagon which was waiting for us.
He put me in the seat beside him, and took the reins with a look of pleasure. "These are Tom and Jerry, Miss Pauline," he said, "about the pleasantest members of the family; at least they contribute more to my pleasure than any other members of it.
I squandered about half my income on them a year or two ago, and have not repented yet; though, indeed, repentance isn't in my way.
I shall hope for the happiness of giving you many drives with them, if I am permitted." "Nothing could make me happier, I am sure." "Richard hasn't any horses, though he can afford it much better than I can.
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