I offered it to Patty first, so it is for her to say.

If she refuses, I offer it to Daisy." So gay was his manner, so light his tone, that Patty couldn't resent his words, but a twinkle in his eye made her realise that he knew he was cornering her.

He knew how she admired the kimono.

It would be difficult if not impossible to duplicate it.

She must accept it from him or see Daisy triumphantly walk off with it.
The latter alternative was surely unthinkable! So Patty said, with exaggerated meekness, "Thank you, Little Billee, I accept it with pleasure.