Mezzoni the Brigand — page 149: what you’re looking at

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MEZZONI THE BRIGAND. 141 tinguished honors from the throne. Of course, the gossips of the town would get hold of her name in connection with the desperate business of the pre- vious night—that could not be avoided. The count- ess’ anxiety as it regarded her personal safety was entirely uncalled for.. She might expend all of her sympathy upon her unworthy idol. Eomichbooks (ee)