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CHAP. IX.
The ext morning Mr. D'Allenberg and Ferdinand happened to meet in the avenue before the house, where the latter was strolling apparently lost in thought.—"My good friend," said the old Gentleman, "I have scarce had an opportunity to speak my perfect satisfaction at the termination of your troubles: I know not indeed all your story, but I know enough to interest me warmly in your happiness."
"You do me great honour, Sir," replied Ferdinand; "but though the veil is withdrawn from the mystery, which so long ren-
