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`` They are coming now , '' said Cora joyously , for the interview was anything but pleasant . `` I will tell Dr. Bennet of your kindness . '' The man cranked up instantly , excusing his haste with a glance at his watch . `` Well , '' he said , `` I have a noon appointment , so I may as well hurry on . Good morning , Miss Kimball . I suppose we shall see each other again in Chelton , as we both are interested , I believe , in the same affair -- finding the promise book and finding the lost table . '' Then he was off .