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by Kazuo Ishiguro
About 54 pages (16,052 words)
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As Part 4 commences, we find Ono standing once more on the Bridge of Hesitation, overlooking the bright new offices that have replaced the old pleasure district. He has just received news of Matsuda's death, and takes a moment to reflect on his last meeting with his friend. After his visit regarding Noriko's marriage negotiations, Ono had meant to return more often, but had only done so once, about a month prior. From the reaction of Matsuda's nurse it was obvious that he rarely had visitors. Matsuda had looked somewhat healthier than on the previous visit, and remarked that Ono had recuperated well from his recent illness. Ono thanked Matsuda for writing him while he was sick, and their talk turned to Noriko's marriage. Matsuda had heard that her wedding negotiations were successful,.....

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