““say that he had a fortnight’s leave at the end of April. He and Evangeline would go to the coast and have a proper holiday. The others were thrilled for her. “This will stop you moping, darling!” exclaimed Frances. But Evangeline seemed oddly subdued at the prospect, though the others bustled round to help her get ready. Frances took a critical look and said, “Really, Evangeline, you have rather let yourself go.” Evangeline was surprised when Tanni voiced her agreement. Her English had improved as her confidence had grown, and she sat a protesting Evangeline down in the kitchen and trimmed her unruly tumble of dark hair with the sewing scissors. “Much””
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