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He hadn’t built much of a trade, nor had he made improvements upon the house where he lived with his mother. The girl’s father did not look kindly upon his proposal. 

This caused the Tailor to grow sick with love.

He worked less. He spent more on drink and gambling. 

His mother pondered in her heart, and decided she had one choice —

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The Black Walnut Tree 12: GB0011