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' Leonard really could not afford this; matters were too pressing with him.

So he tried to affect a cheery manner; but in his heart was a black resolve that she should yet pay for this.
'All right! Stephen.

Whatever you wish I will do; you are the queen of my heart, you know!' 'How much is the total amount ?' said Stephen.
This was a change to the prosaic which made sentiment impossible.

He gave over, for the time.
'Go on!' said Stephen, following up her advantage.