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Mr. and Mrs. Dove little Anne,” he said gently. And this time he nearly ran, under the pink arches, along the garden path.

“''Roo-coo-coo-coo! Roo-coo-coo-coo!''” sounded from the veranda. “Reggie, Reggie,” from the garden.

He stopped, he turned. But when she saw his timid, puzzled look, she gave a little laugh.

“Come back, Mr. Dove,” said Anne. And Reginald came slowly across the lawn. 142