"Isn't it strange how much influence for good one girl can have over another?
For some reason or other Elfreda knows just how to bring the best in Miss Atkins to the surface.

Shall we run up and see Miss Taylor for a moment ?" "You go this morning, Grace," urged Miriam.

"I'll stop and see her at noon.

I haven't the time just now." "I'll go with you," volunteered Anne.
Grace knocked gently on the slightly opened door, then, receiving no answer, opened it softly.

She paused irresolutely on the threshold, Anne peering over her shoulder.