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It was late, and Mary Pearson hinted to her guest that she was in the habit of retiring early.
"Not that that need trouble you," she said. "I am only too anxious that you should do exactly as you please. If you like to sit up and smoke, pray do so. The butler will give you everything you want, and you know the way to your room."