It seemed funny, too, because I knew that girl was out riding with Bibbs.

Well, I thought I'd see, so I slipped over--and it was their PIANO! They'd sold it and were trying to sneak it out after dark, so nobody'd catch on!" Again she gave way to her enjoyment, but resumed, as her husband seemed about to interrupt the narrative.

"Wait a minute, can't you?
The old lady was superintending, and she gave it all away.

I sized her up for one of those old churchy people that tell all kinds of lies except when it comes to so many words, and then they can't.

She might just as well told me outright! Yes, they'd sold it; and I hope they'll pay some of their debts.