But I can't get out of it except by telling a positive fib over the telephone.

Dad, next time you ask Mr.Theydon to dinner, please let me know in good time, and neither of you will be rid of me so easily." She shook hands with Theydon.

While she was giving her father a parting kiss the guest moved to the door and held it open.

As she passed out she smiled and her eyes said plainly: "I like you.

Come again soon." Then she was gone and the pleasant room lost some of its glow and color.
"Don't sit down again, Theydon," said Forbes, rising.