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Rh She declared it all in gentle, broken exclamations, in a trembling voice, sitting up straight, looking steadfastly away from him.

He smiled at her; the happiness of tears was in his eyes. "Ah, Marion!" He paused; he drew her toward him with a firmness that would not be denied. "You did n't know—but you've made me love you—and only you!"