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I was under the impression that i warned you that in london country ways will not do, frederica!” “you did!” she retorted. “and although i can’t say that i paid much heed to your advice it so happens that i am accompanied today by my aunt!” “who adds invisibility to her other accomplishments!
-Georgette Heyer
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Georgette Heyer
I was under the impression that i warned you that in london country ways will not do, frederica!” “you did!” she retorted. “and although i can’t say that i paid much heed to your advice it so happens that i am accompanied today by my aunt!” “who adds invisibility to her other accomplishments!
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