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November 1926 just can’ t go in.” Mr. Mann stared at me for several seconds, then smiled warmly.
“ What are you talking about, Mr. Gold? You are dressed impeccably. I should say your watch is especially captivating!”
I opened my mouth to respond to what was surely an insult, but his eyes glinted again. Through the glint I could see my reflection in his eyes, and I nearly fainted from shock! Quickly, I looked down over myself. Gone were my filthy shirt, shoes, and overalls. Instead, I found myself wearing a rich yellow suit, made of the same wool as Mr. Mann’ s, and with a silk tie, and leather shoes, and an extraordinary watch.“ How did---” I began, but Mr. Mann was already inside. I had a thousand questions, but these soon disappeared. It dawned on me this was the realization of my dreams. I now belonged this party, these people. Grinning, I stepped through the mansion’ s doorway and into the luxury beyond.
Find out what happens next in our next issue! We at Rêverie hope you enjoyed this first part of“ The Mysterious Mr. Mann” from critically-acclaimed author Tote L. Selou T.
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