The Count of Monte Cristo

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"In that case," replied the major, "it would be necessary to write to
the curate for duplicates, and it would be some time before they could
be obtained."

"It would be a difficult matter to arrange," said Monte Cristo.

"Almost an impossibility," replied the major.

"I am very glad to see that you understand the value of these papers."

"I regard them as invaluable."

"Now," said Monte Cristo "as to the mother of the young man"--

"As to the mother of the young man"--repeated the Italian, with anxiety.

"As regards the Marchesa Corsinari"--