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Miss Merriot called "Come in! " to a scratching on the door. Came Mr. Merriot into the big bedroom, and walked across to the fireplace where Kate stood. Mr. Merriot cocked an eyebrow at Kate, and said: -- "Well, my dear, and did you kiss her good night?"
Miss Merriot kicked off her shoes, and replied in kind. "What, are you parted from the large gentleman already?"