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Sandra Wagner-Wright
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Two Coins: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
Literature & Fiction
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Rev Hastie Meets Mary's Solicitor
Mary decides to follow her solicitor's advice. She authorizes Mr Carruthers to develop a lawsuit, but hopes he won't file it. Mr Carruthers arrives at Rev Hastie's office to discuss the matter. Hastie, of course, has no idea what's in store. "What," he wonders, "does Miss Pigot want now?" Whatever it is, Hastie plans to refuse. But first, the pleasantries and introductions. The shaking of hands and refreshments. Such ordinary social activities. I imagine each man "eyeing-up" his adversary. Mr Carruthers gets to the point: "I've come on a matter of some delicacy." Does Hastie have a premonition? Does he swallow in anticipation of an unpleasant conversation?
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Two Coins: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
I tap a visiting card on my desk. A Mr. A. St. John Carruthers awaits me in the drawing room. There is a matter he wishes to discuss in regard to Miss Pigot. What can she want now? I’m certainly not giving her a reference.
“Falak,” I call.
“Yes, sir.”
“Please escort Mr. Carruthers in and bring refreshments.”
I hear Falak speaking to my guest and stand as they reach the door.
“Come in, Mr. Carruthers.” I extend my hand. “I don’t think we’ve met.”
“A pleasure, Mr. Hastie,” Mr. Carruthers says. “I’ve come on a matter of some delicacy regarding Miss Pigot.”
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