"That's the only money I've got," she said apologetically.

"Thank you, little miss," said the man, in a less respectful and grateful tone than Maggie anticipated, and she even observed that he smiled and winked at his companion.

She walked on hurriedly, but was aware that the two men were standing still, probably to look after her, and she presently heard them laughing loudly.

Suddenly it occurred to her that they might think she was an idiot; Tom had said that her cropped hair made her look like an idiot, and it was too painful an idea to be readily forgotten.

Besides, she had no sleeves on,--only a cape and bonnet.