Grace made a laughing dive after it.

Then, dropping to her knees, peered under the sofa, dragged it forth in triumph and presented it to Anne.
Anne thanked her.

"It is for Hippy," she smiled.

"You might know that it would behave in an extraordinary manner.

I've been so busy this morning.
I was up before seven, helped Mother with the breakfast, went on a shopping expedition, and now I'm here.