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She had never had anything like this swift and smiling service , and she felt very grateful to him . He encouraged her to make some pies and to prepare a `` thumping dinner . '' `` It will seem like being married again , '' he said , with a chuckle . Burke and Bailey returned at noon to dinner . `` Mrs. Burke , you can sleep in your own ranch to-night , '' announced Bailey . `` I guess it will be a ranch . '' `` It 'll be new , anyhow , '' her husband said , with a timid smile .