252/297 I shall not allude to the subject." "I merely told you because I knew you were a friend, and would let it go no farther. But would you have thought it ?" "I certainly am very much surprised." "So am I.But when things pass right before your eyes and ears, there is no gainsaying them." "No. Seeing is said to be believing." "Of course it is." "But, Mrs.Grimes, are you very sure that you heard aright ?" "I am positive, Mrs.Raynor.It occurred only an hour ago, and the whole thing is distinctly remembered. I called in to see Mrs. I was present when she opened it, and she showed me the lawn dress it contained. |