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THE week passed. No cable came from Mr. Forbes. His wife did not admit further disquiet. She knew his pride. He would come, but not with the appearance of hastening to her at the first excuse.
She went out as much as she could -- filled every moment. A part of the trousseau arrived, and there were many things to be bought in London.