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Sophy neither screamed nor fainted at this extraordinary announcement; indeed, it appeared to her so very ridiculous that she felt more inclined to laugh. However, she controlled her feelings, and spoke very quietly -- so quietly that the visitor was somewhat disconcerted.
"Why do you make this strange assertion? " she asked, looking again at his card.