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4. That is true, indeed. We never thought a son of our own would be wearing a suit of that sort for his wedding, or have so good a place to bring a wife to.

[who is still at the window]. There's an old woman coming down the road. I don't know is it here she is coming?

. It will be a neighbour coming to hear about Michael's wedding. Can you see who it is? . I think it is a stranger, but she’s not coming to the house. She’s turned into the gap that goes down where Murteen and his sons are shearing sheep. [He turns towards .] Do you remember what Winny of the Cross Roads was saying the other night about the strange woman that goes through the country whatever time there's war or trouble coming? . Don't be bothering us about Winny's talk, but go and open the door for your brother. I hear him coming up the path.

. I hope he has brought Delia’s fortune with him safe, for fear the people might go back on the bargain and I after making it. Trouble enough I had making it.

[ opens the door and comes in.] . What kept you, Michael? We were looking out for you this long time.