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mind about her daughter in her present state of health
would be fatal. Mrs. Westenra has confided to me that her
doom is spoken, disease of the heart, though poor Lucy
does not know it yet. I am sure that there is something

preying on my dear girl’s mind. I am almost distracted
when I think of her. To look at her gives me a pang. I
told her I should ask you to see her, and though she
demurred at first, I know why, old fellow, she finally
consented. It will be a painful task for you, I know, old
friend, but it is for her sake, and I must not hesitate to ask,
or you to act. You are to come to lunch at Hillingham
tomorrow, two o’clock, so as not to arouse any suspicion
in Mrs. Westenra, and after lunch Lucy will take an
opportunity of being alone with you. I am filled with
anxiety, and want to consult with you alone as soon as I
can after you have seen her. Do not fail!
‘Arthur.’
TELEGRAM, ARTHUR HOLMWOOD TO
SEWARD
1 September
‘Am summoned to see my father, who is worse. Am
writing. Write me fully by tonight’s post to Ring. Wire
me if necessary.’

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