At Sunwich Port, Part 2. - Contents: Chapters 6-10 by W. W. Jacobs
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which stood as sentinels in the doorway, he entered the shop and smiled
affably at Miss Kybird, who was in charge. At his entrance she put down a piece of fancy-work, which Mr. Kybird called his sock, and with a casual glance at his clothes regarded him with a prejudiced eye. "Beautiful day," said the customer; "makes one feel quite young again." "What do you want?" inquired Miss Kybird. [Illustration: "'What do you want?' inquired Miss Kybird."] Mr. Nugent turned to a broken cane-chair which stood by the counter, and, after applying severe tests, regardless of the lady's feelings, sat down upon it and gave a sigh of relief. "I've walked from London," he said, in explanation. "I could sit here for hours." "Look here----" began the indignant Miss Kybird. "Only people would be sure to couple our names together," continued Mr. Nugent, mournfully. "When a handsome young man and a good-looking girl----" "Do you want to buy anything or not?" demanded Miss Kybird, with an impatient toss of her head. "No," said Jack, "I want to sell." |
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