Then aloud she said—

“You are the last person in the world I should have expected to meet. Still, of course, I am glad to see you.”

“Oh yes, I dare say you are.”

“Let us enter this café,” said Laura.

They entered the establishment in question, which was provided with some marble tables and luxurious ottomans.

It was divided into two compartments.

They passed into the further one, where they could converse with privacy.

First, however, it was requisite to order some refreshment.

“Garcon!” cried Laura.

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