In Kedar's Tents by Henry Seton Merriman
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page 114 of 309 (36%)
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'I have no letter,' said Julia quietly, with her level red lips set
hard. 'Not in your possession, but perhaps concealed in some place near at hand--unless it is destroyed.' 'I have destroyed no letter, I have concealed no letter, and I have no letter,' said the girl quietly. Estella moved uneasily in the chair. Her face was colourless and her eyes shone. She watched her cousin's face intently, and beneath his shaggy brows the old priest's eyes went from one fair countenance to the other. 'Then,' cried the General, rising to his feet with an air of relief, 'you have but to assure the Alcalde of this, and the whole incident is terminated. Blown over, my dear Concha--blown over!' He tapped the priest on the shoulder with great good nature. Indeed, the world seemed sunny enough and free from cares when General Vincente had to deal with it. 'Yes--yes,' said the Padre, snuff-box in hand. 'Blown over--of course.' 'Then I may send the Alcalde to you, Julia--and you will tell him what you have told us? He cannot but take the word of a lady.' 'Yes--if you like,' answered Julia. The General's joy knew no bounds. |
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