`` I 'll come if I 'm at the ends of the earth , for the sight of Jo 's face alone on that occasion would be worth a long journey . You do n't look festive , ma'am , what 's the matter ? '' asked Laurie , following her into a corner of the parlor , whither all had adjourned to greet Mr. Laurence . `` I do n't approve of the match , but I 've made up my mind to bear it , and shall not say a word against it , '' said Jo solemnly . `` You ca n't know how hard it is for me to give up Meg , '' she continued with a little quiver in her voice . `` You do n't give her up . You only go halves , '' said Laurie consolingly . `` It can never be the same again . I 've lost my dearest friend , '' sighed Jo . `` You 've got me , anyhow . I 'm not good for much , I know , but I 'll stand by you , Jo , all the days of my life . Upon my word I will ! '' and Laurie meant what he said . `` I know you will , and I 'm ever so much obliged . You are always a great comfort to me , Teddy , '' returned Jo , gratefully shaking hands . `` Well , now , do n't be dismal , there 's a good fellow . It 's all right you see . Meg is happy , Brooke will fly round and get settled immediately , Grandpa will attend to him , and it will be very jolly to see Meg in her own little house . We 'll have capital times after she is gone , for I shall be through college before long , and then we 'll go abroad on some nice trip or other . Would n't that console you ? ''
`` I rather think it would , but there 's no knowing what may happen in three years , '' said XXXXX thoughtfully .
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