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and as she tried to light a cigarette and noticing this, Cole placed a lighted match before her.

This is the first time she had been dressed since that terrible evening and Lois was making the most of it. She and Gloria talked about clothing make-up and walking properly. You do need some practice," said Gloria, "and maybe I might be able to help, but tonight let's just sit around and relax."

The sun was coming up by the time Cole said goodnight. The boys would be getting up soon so Lois decided that it would be best if she went to her room. Besides, she needed some sleep. "Good- night," she said "and thank you for a most enjoyable time and one of the happiest Christmases I've ever known."

Lois danced around her room for a few minutes then undressed. She had locked her door so that she could sleep in a nightgown without fear of the children seeing her. As she lay in her bed, watching the morning sun, she could only think of the wonderful time she had just enjoyed. Lois's eyes became heavy and she drifted into a contented sleep.

Tony was nervous as he entered Brandt's office at the appointed time. Cole was seated in the waiting room with another man, a court recorder, as he entered, and sat down.

"Good morning Tony." said Cole, "Glad to see that you could make it.

"I'm here gumshoe, but that don't mean I'm going to talk. "1

Cole patted his pocket and smiled.

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