"Hasn't it been a nice one?
It's the first we've all spent together.

Do you suppose we'll ever spend another together ?" "Lots of 'em," said Dan cheerily.

"Why not ?" "Oh, I don't know," answered Cecily, her footsteps lagging somewhat.
"Only things seem just a little too pleasant to last." "If Willy Fraser had had as much spunk as Peter, Miss Cecily King mightn't be so low spirited," quoth Dan, significantly.
Cecily tossed her head and disdained reply.

There are really some remarks a self-respecting young lady must ignore..