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𓂃 ۪ 𑁍 ⠀ Francesca imagined herself, in that moment, away from the throngs that surrounded them, despite their reserved family promenades. It was not because she relished the company, but rather because she basked in the satisfaction of the silence.
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𓂃 ۪ 𑁍 She was startled by Miss Stirling's soft words, which jolted her from her reverie long enough to feel her cheeks flush.
"Oh, Miss Stirling!" She smiled politely, though inwardly celebrating that she did not stammer.
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