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The excerpt represents the core issue or deciding factor on which you must meditate, and is drawn from The American by Henry James: But if you learned my language, why shouldn't I learn yours?"
and his frank, friendly laugh drew the sting from the jest.
"Only, if we are going to converse, you know, you must think
of something cheerful to converse about."
"You are very good, sir; I am overcome!" said M. Nioche, throwing out
his hands. "But you have cheerfulness and happiness for two!"
"Oh no," said Newman more seriously. "You must be bright and lively;
that's part of the bargain."
M. Nioche bowed, with his hand on his heart. "Very well, sir;
you have already made me lively."
"Come and bring me my picture then; I will pay you for it,
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