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St. Ronan’s Well

CHAPTER XVIII
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I have been quite frank with you, and I have stated to you that my present motives for entering upon negotiation are not personal, but territorial; when I know Miss Mowbray, I have no doubt they will be otherwise.

I have heard she is beautiful." "Something of the palest, my lord," answered Mowbray.
"A fine complexion is the first attraction which is lost in the world of fashion, and that which it is easiest to replace." "Dispositions, my lord, may differ," said Mowbray, "without faults on either side.

I presume your lordship has enquired into my sister's.

She is amiable, accomplished, sensible, and high-spirited; but yet"---- "I understand you, Mr.Mowbray, and will spare you the pain of speaking out.

I have heard Miss Mowbray is in some respects--particular; to use a broader word--a little whimsical .-- No matter.


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