Excerpt from Jimty, and Others

But, Major, I whispered, why is the bridegroom wearing an old coat? That cut is out of date.

The Major's eyes twinkled. I wondered if you would notice it, he replied. It's what I brought you here to see. If you will go to luncheon with me wherever I choose to take you directly the wedding is over, I'll tell you the story of that coat.

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