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Archibald Hope, a struggling artist, discusses his engagement to Lucy and his efforts to secure her step-father's consent. The conversation explores the couple's differing perspectives on their financial situation and the prospect of their future marriage.

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CHAPTER I. THE LOVERS

“You make up a match at once, as every woman will do. Well, let us get back to the Pyramids, and see how the flirtation is progressing.”

Lucy walked on for a few steps in silence. “Do you believe in Mrs. Bolton's dream, Archie?”

“No! I believe she eats heavy suppers. Bolton will return quite safe; he is a clever fellow, not easily taken advantage of. Don't bother any more about Widow Anne and her dismal prophecies.”

“I'll try not to,” replied Lucy dutifully. “All the same, I wish she had not told me her dream,” and she shivered.

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