Marjory Maxwell: The Major's Daughter (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Excerpt from Marjory Maxwell: The Major's Daughter

The proof of the pudding is in the eating of it! Yes, you have turned out a famous baker at last, Hilda; pity but what you could transport yourself and your girdle to Auld Reekie now and again during the session. Why did you leave it behind that time you came to stay with me rejoined the young divinity, helping himself to another scone as he spoke.

That 's a broad hint for a box to be sent you a little oftener than formerly, Tom, laughed Hilda, ignoring all reference to her visit to the metropolis, which was somewhat of a standing joke in the family.

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