Lydia showed no extreme desire for an account of the proceedings below.

Yes, Thyrza said, she had enjoyed herself.

And presently: 'Mr.Egremont says he wants to begin putting up the books by the first of May.' 'Did he say when the house would be ready ?' Thyrza shook her head.

Then: 'He told us about foreign countries.

He's been everywhere.' 'Gilbert told me he had been to America.' 'Lyddy, is Canada the same as America ?' 'I believe it is,' said the other doubtfully.