[ The pudding unaccompanied has a pleasant flavour, and Zephirin alternates between its upper and lower halves, neatly working his way through each bite, though he pauses to look up from his plate at Francel when the boy speaks. Approval gained and soaked up seems to whet Francel's appetite for more to satisfy a craving.
Is it proof to his heart that he has secured a friend's loyalty?
Francel spoke of betrayal, the night of their first appointment. ]
So long as I am able, I will come. My one regret is that I cannot extend to you any such offer.
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Is it proof to his heart that he has secured a friend's loyalty?
Francel spoke of betrayal, the night of their first appointment. ]
So long as I am able, I will come. My one regret is that I cannot extend to you any such offer.