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Tommy Bell was the best friend. Those who are familiar 1 our adventures, admire our brotherly bond. Born 10 metres apart in the same hospital, we were brought up in the same town, 2 was a paradise for both of us. By the time we were teenagers, we were business partners selling imported luxury goods. In our twenties, I followed him into the Great War. As the battle unfolded, there were horrible scenes in our 3 (surrounding). I ought to have died when a bomb 4 (strike) something near us. Tommy struggled to drag me to safety on his back. Despite 5 (lose) my leg, I survived and I owe him my life.
6 (make) his fortune and work out his destiny after the war, Tommy went to so much trouble to the West. We seldom corresponded, but never did he forget his old pal. Unusually I’d always receive a pack of money each month on my doorstep. I never proved my guess that it came from him. I never asked him about it, and I think he preferred that I didn’t.
When I received news of his passing away, I was 7 (bitter) ashamed that I didn’t keep in contact with him more regularly. Meetings 8 (postpone) for one reason or another. Now I’m here at this 9 (appoint) place and time, to pour some whiskey, his favourite drink, and raise a glass to Tommy Bell. It’s plain to see he was 10 impressive, inspiring, and ambitious fellow. Wherever he is, I sincerely wish he could find comfort and rest easy.