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" And this characteristic of
the doctor had made him to many a very present help in time of
trouble.
He was through the line of porters and had his hand upon the handle
of Jane's door in a moment. Standing at the window, she took one
look at the firm lean face, now alight with welcome, and read in the
kind, steadfast eyes of her childhood's friend a perfect sympathy
and comprehension. Then she saw behind him her aunt's footman, and
her own maid, who had been given a place in the duchess's household.
In another moment she was on the platform and her hand was in
Deryck's.
"That is right, dear," he said. "All fit and well, I can see. Now
hand over your keys. I suppose you have nothing contraband? I
telephoned the duchess to send some of her people to meet your
luggage, and not to expect you herself until dinner time, as you
were taking tea with us. Was that right? This way. Come outside the
barrier. What a rabble! All wanting to break every possible rule and
regulation, and each trying to be the first person in the front row.


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