"Think how nice it will be when you make the team.

That will be a reward worth having." "Yes, if I make it," grumbled the stout girl.
"We will go on with our new plan after dinner," said Grace.

Then as an afterthought she added: "Don't say anything about it at the table.
Suppose we keep it a secret until our society is in running order ?" "Hello, children," greeted Emma Dean, as they entered the dining room that night.

"Has the board of directors been holding a meeting?
I see you are all here." Several girls already seated at the table looked up smilingly as the six girls slipped into their places.

Laura Atkins returned Arline's friendly nod with a cold bow.