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But when he told his family of his resolve to marry her they were very angry, and made up all sorts of wicked stories about her. However, they might have spared themselves the trouble, as he knew it was only idle talk. "I have merely to remain firm," thought he, "and they will have to give in." It was such a good match for the girl that it never occurred to anyone that she would refuse the young man, but so it was. |


