Every one has, even Pete." "I think I shall ask less than any one," he returned.
The answer pleased her strangely.
Presently a ring came at the bell--a telegram.

The expected guest was detained at the seminary.

Lanley watched with agonized attention.

She appeared to be delighted.
"Now you'll stay to dine," she said.

"I can't remember what there is for dinner." "Now, that's not friendly at the start," said he, "to think I care so much." "Well, you're not like a theological student." "A good deal better, probably," answered Lanley, with a gruffness that only partly hid his happiness.