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Sybil, or the Two Nations by Earl of Beaconsfield Benjamin Disraeli
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Morley greeted Gerard and his daughter with great warmth, and
then looked at Egremont. "Our companion in the ruins of
Marney Abbey," said Gerard; "you and our friend Franklin here
should become acquainted, Stephen, for you both follow the
same craft. He is a journalist like yourself, and is our
neighbour for a time, and yours."

"What journal are you on, may I ask?" enquired Morley.

Egremont reddened, was confused, and then replied, "I have no
claim to the distinguished title of a journalist. I am but a
reporter; and have some special duties here."

"Hem!" said Morley, and then taking Gerard by the arm, he
walked away with him, leaving Egremont and Sybil to follow
them.

"Well I have found him, Walter."

"What, Hatton?"

"No, no; the brother."

"And what knows he?"

"Little enough; yet something. Our man lives and prospers;
these are facts, but where he is, or what he is--not a clue."
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