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252 (apart to Miss Mannering, while Bertram was engaged with his sister) there's a vindication of Holland for you! what smart fellows do you think Leyden and Utrecht must send forth, when such a very genteel and handsome young man comes from the paltry schools of Middleburgh?"

"Of a verity," said the Dominie, jealous of the reputation of the Dutch seminary, "Of a verity, Mr. Pleydell, but I make it known to you that I myself laid the foundation of his education."

"True, my dear Dominie, that accounts for his proficiency in the graces without question—but here comes your carriage Colonel. Adieu, young folks: Miss Julia, keep your heart till I come back again—let there be nothing done to prejudice my right, whilst I am non valens agere."

Their reception at Hazlewood-house was more cold and formal than usual, for in general the Baronet expressed great respect for Colonel Mannering, and Mr. Pleydell was an old friend. But now he