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-"My dear," said Hartley fervently, " I have told you that you will have all that your heart desires, all that it is in my power to give you. You will go to the city - to the theaters, to do your shopping, to visit your friends whenever you want. You believe me, don't you?
-"Oh, I quite believe you," she said with a smile, and raised her clear eyes to his. -"I know that you are the kindest of men, and that the girl you choose will be the lucky one. I found out all about you when I was at Montgomery's.
-"Ah!" said Hartley, with a flash of memory in his eyes. -"I remember well the evening when I first saw you at Montgomery's. Mrs. Montgomery has been singing your praises all evening. And she hardly did you justice. I'll never forget that dinner. Come on, Vivien, say Yes! I can't do it without you. You will never regret accepting my offer. No one else will ever create such a cozy family environment for you.
The girl sighed and looked down at her folded hands.
Suddenly a jealous suspicion seized Hartley.
-"Tell me, Vivien," he said, looking at her with a piercing eye. -"Is there anyone else here?" Could there be someone else involved?
A pink flush crept slowly over her lovely cheeks and neck.
-"You shouldn't have asked that, Mr. Hartley," she said, embarrassed. -"But I'll tell you. There is, however, another involved... but he has no right - I didn't promise him anything.
-"His last name?" - Hartley asked sternly.
-- Townsend.
-"Rufford Townsend!" - Hartley exclaimed, his jaw clenched fiercely. -"How did this man recognize you?" After all I've done for him!
-"His car just stopped at the bottom," Vivienne said, leaning out of the window. -"He came for an answer. Oh, I don't know what to do!
The kitchen bell rang.
-"Stay," said Hartley. -"I'll meet him in the hall."
Townsend, who looked like a Spanish grandee, came up the stairs in his light peak and Panama hat, with his curled black moustache, taking the steps three at a time. When he saw Hartley, he stopped in confusion.
-"Go back," said Hartley firmly, pointing his forefinger downward.
-- Hello! - Townsend said, feigning surprise. -"What's the matter?" What are you doing here, old man?
-"Go back," said Hartley firmly. -- Jungle law. Do you want me to tear you to pieces? The trophy is mine.
-"I came here to talk to the plumber. I've got something wrong with the plumbing in my bathroom, " Townsend said manfully.
-"Very well," said Hartley, " I congratulate you: you have lied, your treacherous soul. Well, now go back.
Townsend went downstairs and gave the bottom of the deadlift, walking down the stairwell, a few strong words, so she carried them upstairs. Hartley went back to his altar.
-"Vivien," he said imperiously, " I must have you. I don't want to hear any more rejections or excuses.
-"When do you want to pick me up?"
-- Now. As soon as you're ready.
She stood calmly in front of him and looked into his eyes.
-"Do you think for one minute," she said, " that I will enter your house while Eloise is there?"
Hartley swayed as if from a sudden blow. He crossed his arms and walked several times on the carpet.
-"She will have to go," he announced grimly. Beads of perspiration stood out on his forehead. -"Why should I really let this woman ruin my life?" I haven't had a quiet day since I've known her. You're right, Vivien. Eloise must be banished before I can take you home with me. She needs to go. I made up my mind. I'll put her out.
-"When will you do it?" -"what is it?" the girl asked.
Hartley gritted his teeth and drew his brows together.
-"Tonight," he said decisively. -"I'll send it out tonight.
-- Then, ' said Vivian, -- my answer would be "Yes". Come for me whenever you want.

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