GETTING READY FOR BILLY The Henshaw household was early astir on the day of Billy's expected arrival, and preparations for the guest's comfort were well under way before breakfast.

The center of activity was in the little room at the end of the hall on the second floor; though, as Bertram said, the whole Strata felt the "upheaval." By breakfast time Bertram with the avowed intention of giving "the little chap half a show," had the room cleared for action; and after that the whole house was called upon for contributions toward the room's adornment.

And most generously did most of the house respond.

Even Dong Ling slippered up-stairs and presented a weird Chinese banner which he said he was "velly much glad" to give.

As to Pete--Pete was in his element.