The Freemason's Daughter: A Novel — page 238: what you’re looking at

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THE FREEMASONS DAUGHTER. 931 No,” continued the frank-hearted young man ; “‘but a home where you will find the protection of a mother—since it is the arms of mine which are opened to receive you. And my own kind, generous girl,” he added, turning a look of love towards his young companion, “‘ has come with me to press the offer on your acceptance, and accompany you to Burnley. You. ought to love each other, for Henry and [I are like brothers; so it is only right our future wives should be as sisters.” That very night the grateful Amy slept under the hospitable roof of Wiulliam’s parents. COniiclooecl SS (SO