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Penthouse of a Swell Dreamer and Jealous Suitor
In a rural setting Meely, a young woman, and St. Croix, a well-to-do man, discuss class, dating, and propriety as Meely longs for polite treatment and a husband of status. He worries about a potential rival while she jokes about luxury and desire for refinement. The scene ends with lingering tension and a kiss attempt.
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Meely
Pop
Jake
Roosevelt
Mr. Creighton
Meels
Creighton
Voy
Zentmyer’s
St Croix
Mnard
Mnard S'Ster
Maas
St. Croix
Tate
Sammy
Lizzie
Jakey
Béely
Pennsylvania
Crolx
Tobh