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In all probability, however, this cannot be long delayed now, as he was seen within the last week at a country house in Dampshire, and is known to have fled to London immediately on his recognition, but before he could be secured. He was then clean shaved, and had been passing under the name of Francis Bunker. We are making strict inquiries for him in London.
“Sir Richard Brierley!” exclaimed the Countess; “why, Alicia and I are going to visit some relatives of ours who live only six miles from Brierley Park! When has he asked you, Baron?” “Ze end of next week.” “How odd! We are going down to Dampshire at the end of next week too. You must accept, Baron!” “I shall!” exclaimed the overjoyed Baron. “Shall ve go, Bonker?” “I’m not asked, I’m afraid.”
He threw an amorous glance at Lady Alicia, which her watchful mother rightly interpreted as indicating the cause of his intended refusal. “Who is it this time?” asked Mr Bunker. “Sir Richard Brierley of Brierley Park, Dampshire. Is zat how you pronounce it?”
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