be got. Take a glass of wine, Merriman, before you go.”

“Much obliged, Sir Percival; I have not a moment to lose if I am to catch the up-train. You will let me know as soon as the arrangement is complete? and you will not forget the caution I recommended⁠—”

“Of course I won’t. There’s the dogcart at the door for you. My groom will get you to the station in no time. Benjamin, drive like mad! Jump in. If

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