"I know what you want." There was an inspiring air of business about these preparations, and the girls were all eager to begin work.

Scarcely was breakfast finished when the two equipages were at the door.

Louise and Mr.Watson at once entered the phaeton and drove away, the girl delighted at the prospect of visiting the farmers' wives and winning them by her plausible speeches.

Conversation was Louise's strong point.

She loved to talk and argue, and her manner was so confiding and gracious that she seldom failed to interest her listeners.
Patsy and Uncle John drove away.