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A Bartered Life Chapter III Conflicted Proposal
Constance Romaine, a penniless ward, faces a decisive proposed marriage to Mr. Withers. Her stern sister-in-law presses for prudent choice while Constance battles romantic restraint and longing for independence within her brother’s orderly, propriety-filled home. The banker suitor’s steady, respectful courtship clashes with her inner doubt and fear of losing freedom.
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Charles Romaine
Constance
Margaret
Romaine
Mrs. Romaing
Mr. Withers
Elnathan