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The young planter strolled with a leisurely step through the doorway of the conservatory, bowing to the two girls as he entered the room.
"At last! " exclaimed Adelaide; "so you have actually condescended to honor my aunt's assembly with your gracious presence, my dear cousin. Perhaps you were in hopes you would not see me."