I wrote to you for books, and read all you sent me; some parts of them several times." "You know that is not what I meant.

I am learning to understand you somewhat, Madge.

I hope you may realize all your ideals, and find some young fellow who is the embodiment of the higher life, aspirations, and all that, you know." Her laugh rang out musically.

Mrs.Muir heard it, and remarked to her husband: "Madge and Graydon are getting on better.

They have seemed to me to clash a little to-day." Mr.Muir made no reply, and Graydon, as he mounted the steps, whispered, hurriedly, "What you said about Miss Wildmere was at least just and fair.