Unmarked6698
- Flag inappropriate
- Show review history
At this moment the door of the library opened slowly, and Dr. Etwald, calm and composed, appeared on the threshold. Behind him, over his shoulder, peered the pale countenance of David. From the ironical look on the doctor's face it would appear that he had overheard the accusation of the major, and was prepared to treat it with contempt. That such was the case appeared by the first words which issued from his mouth as he faced his accuser. "Must!" repeated Maurice, with great indignation. The collateral branches of the old Sarby family had died out; the relatives on the mother's side refused to have anything to do with a child who, if heredity went for anything, might prove to be a chip of the old block; and little David might have found himself thrown on the parish, but that Major Jen, pitying the forlorn condition of the child, saved him from so ignominious a fate. His heart and his house were large enough to receive another pensioner, so he took David back to the old deserted mansion, and presented him to Maurice as a new playfellow. Henceforth the two boys grew to manhood under the devoted care of the cheerful old bachelor, who had protected their helpless infancy..
453 people found this
review helpful
kez_ h (Kez_h)
- Flag inappropriate
- Show review history
🌈 Immerse Yourself in the Colorful World of rummy gold indian online Where Every Bet Unlocks New Possibilities! Indulge in a spectrum of gaming options, from the thrill of live casino games to the excitement of special games and everything in between. Your adventure starts here! 🎮🎯🎲I tried logging in using my phone number and I
was supposed to get a verification code text,but didn't
get it. I clicked resend a couple time, tried the "call
me instead" option twice but didn't get a call
either. the trouble shooting had no info on if the call
me instead fails.There was
🃏 Dive into the Card Masterclass at Slot Fortune Gems TaDa Games
658 people found this
review helpful
Conrad
"What is it?" asked the major, pausing at the door. "So that was what you were up to?" she said. "I knew you had something on your mind, Judy Kendall, you crafty, clever thing. How perfectly glorious to think you're really in print!" "You do!" cried Jen, in surprise, "And who told you?" "Listen to him!" exclaimed Patricia, gayly. "He's been abroad for months in all sorts of grandeur, and he pretends——".
298 people found this
review helpful