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Freda watched her father's retreating figure for some moments, without daring to look at John Thurley's face. When at last she found the courage to throw a shy, frightened glance in his direction, she saw on his countenance an expression of deep pain and surprise as he gazed steadily at Captain Mulgrave.
"It is -- my father," she faltered out, in pleading tones, while her great brown eyes were full of entreaty.