And I dare say it is rather stupid work studying alone." "Not when one has such a nice teacher," she answered sportively.

"Praise from your lips is sweeter than it ever was from any other but papa's," she added, tears trembling in her eyes.
He was glad to be able, on the conclusion of the recitation, to give it without stint.
She flushed with pleasure, and helping herself to a seat upon his knee, thanked him with a hug and kiss.
"Easter holidays begin next week," he remarked, putting an arm about her and returning her caress; "do you wish to give up your studies during that time ?" "No," she said; "I've wasted too much time during the past few weeks, and I'd rather take my holidays in the very warm weather." "That is what mamma's and grandpa's pupils are to do," he said.

"They are invited to both the Oaks and the Laurels in May and June, to spend some weeks at each place.

And you are included in both invitations." "I shall not go unless you do," she said with decision.

"Parted from my husband for weeks?
No, indeed! I can hardly stand it for a single day," she added, laying her cheek to his.
"Nor I, little wife," he said, passing his hand softly over her hair.