It's downstairs keeping hot for you.

I'll go down with you and entertain you while you eat.

I have a letter from Elfreda which I've been keeping as a surprise.

There is something in it that you will be glad to know." The "something" was Elfreda's announcement that Miriam had invited her to go to Oakdale for the Easter holidays.
"That settles it, Emma, you simply must come home with me!" exclaimed Grace.

"You know you delight in J.Elfreda." "I do, I do," solemnly agreed Emma.