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"An unfathomable man," grumbled Mr. Harper, entering Mr. Ransom's room in marked disorder. "They say that he has not spoken yet; but the coroner is with him and we shall hear something from him soon. I expect -- " here the lawyer's voice changed and his manner took on meaning -- "that his report will be final."
"Final? You mean -- "