As someone who writes books, I'd normally use quotation marks, and the person is obviously talking, so the first one should be correct.
Mr. Easton gave the excuse that Mr. Marshal wants to smoke therefore he must go with him as they were handcuffed. He said to her that it’s his duties and orders because of which he must leave.
The story “Hearts and Hands” by Edgar Allen Poe deals with the theme of outer appearance with which most of the people judge others. The story ends with the conclusion that appearances may be deceptive which alters the real self of a man. Since Mr. Marshal had a dull face and was not attractive because of which the girl got convinced that he was the prisoner. On the other hand, Mr. Easton looked attractive for Miss Fairchild. She wished to build a further relation with Mr. Easton but failed in doing so. Mr. Easton didn’t want his reality to be highlighted in front of her because of which he got off from the train.
They are alike bc the earth rotate to am pm and night and it starts a new day.
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Hope this helps, mate! Good luck. :)