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"He cannot speak the English," said the governor to Mr. Merrick, "but he owes you reparation." "Grau's stupidity has been very annoying, to say the least," was the ungracious reply. "We came here on important business, and presented our papers all in proper order on demand.
The general, indeed, smiled grimly and told them in English that he was in no way responsible, whatever happened. This was Colonel Grau's affair, but he believed, nevertheless, that the colonel was acting wisely.
She may be heard here in grand opera this winter. She is living in retirement until Mr. Grau's return, as she does not want to be heralded before the public." Clayton tried to appear unconcerned as he asked, "Is she married?" "She is single," carelessly remarked Lilienthal, showing Clayton to the door. "And I am told she has refused some very eligible offers at home.
Presently the countess asked in her soft, even voice: "Will he be alive when we get there?" Patsy thought of the days that had been wasted, because of their detention at Ostend through Colonel Grau's stupidity. "I hope so, madam," was all she could reply. Conversation lagged after this episode. Elizabeth was weeping quietly on her mother's shoulder.
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