Fate Quote by John Galsworthy

“Really," said Winifred suddenly; "it almost seems like Fate. Only that's so old-fashioned.” quote by John Galsworthy — Download Open image

““Really," said Winifred suddenly; "it almost seems like Fate. Only that's so old-fashioned.””

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