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The History of Henry Esmond, Esq. Book I Chapter 14 - We Ride After Him to London
In which the sombre cloud of a looming quarrel gathers over the households of Castlewood, and a fatal duel—precipitated by wounded honour and accusations—casts its grim shadow upon the lives of a devoted young scholar and his patron. Amid heartfelt confessions and tender farewells, the weary Lord Viscount faces his final moments, whilst faithful Esmond grapples with the heavy burden of loyalty and impending loss.
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