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Mr Lillyvick was no light weight, and consequently when he fell upon Mr Snevellicci, Mr

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While he thought of it in a cold perspiration, and wondered whether it was possible that he could be dreaming, Mr Snevellicci repeated the wink, and drinking to Mrs Lillyvick in dumb show, actually blew her a kiss!

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And as if this avowal were not made in sufficient disregard and defiance of all moral obligations, what did Mr Snevellicci do?

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‘Nobody would if they did want to,’ said Mr Snevellicci.

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So saying, Mr Snevellicci struck the palm of his left hand three smart blows with his clenched fist; pulled a phantom nose with his right thumb and forefinger, and swallowed another glassful at a draught.

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‘One good turn deserves another,’ said Mr Snevellicci.

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While Nicholas raised up the collector, Smike had performed the same office for Mr Snevellicci, who now regarded his late adversary in tipsy amazement.

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'Don't call me your dear, ma'am,' said Mr Snevellicci, 'if you please.'

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'You needn't alarm yourself a bit, Mr Snevellicci,' said Mrs Lillyvick.

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And as if this avowal were not made in sufficient disregard and defiance of all moral obligations, what did Mr Snevellicci do?

Nicholas Nickleby Charles Dickens 1841