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Updated: May 25, 2025
Things were much the same at the cigar-shop. McKay walked boldly in and found La Zandunga, as usual, behind the counter, but alone. She got up, and, not recognising him, bowed obsequiously. Officers were rare visitors in Bombardier Lane and McKay's staff-uniform inspired respect. "You are welcome, sir. In what can we serve you? Our tobacco is greatly esteemed.
We import our cigars the finest direct from La Havanna; our cigarettes are made in the house." "You do not seem to remember me," said McKay, quietly. "I hope Mariquita is well?" "Heaven protect me! It is the Sergeant " "Lieutenant, you mean." "An officer! already! You have been fortunate, sir." La Zandunga spoke without cordiality and was evidently hesitating how to receive him.
The girl is mine; you gave her to me months ago." "Our promise was conditional on Mariquita's consent," said La Zandunga, with clever evasion. "That you have never been able to obtain." "I should have secured it in time but for this scoundrel who has come between me and my affianced bride.
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