17/30 Brother said--no--I will not tell you what he said. He said he had no idea the charming young girl, with such a classic face and aristocratic bearing, was mother's little protegee." "You asked him, Edith, I know you did." "Supposing I did,--there was no harm in it. Come, I want you to see mamma; she looks so young and handsome. Joy is such a beautifier." "I think it is," said I, as I gazed at _her_ star-bright eyes and blush-rose cheeks. |