We, by chance saved his life, and at once he attached himself to us like a barnacle, and we can't shake him off." "We don't want to," said Patsy.
"My explanation is that he has fallen in love with one of us girls," suggested Flo, with a mischievous glance at her sister.

"I wonder if it's me ?" "It is more likely," said Louise, "that he has discovered Uncle John to be a very--prosperous--man." "Nonsense, my dear!" exclaimed that gentleman, evidently irritated by the insinuation.

"Don't pick the boy to pieces.

Give him a chance.

So far he has asked nothing from us, but offers everything.