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the cotton trees on the plantation.

They sat under the tree for what

seemed like an eternity. Jomo knew

if he stayed any longer, they could

both be caught and they knew how

dangerous that could be. Jomo kissed

Mizzie on the cheek and told her

that he would meet her again the

and there was Jomo! following night. Mizzie watched as

She was very happy to see him. He Jomo made his way off the field, and

brought her another little flower. then quietly went back to her room.

Mizzie quietly made her way outside The next morning, Mizzie was

to meet him and they walked far doing her chores when one of the

away from the Greathouse to one of other housekeepers came up to her.