Remember, we are to be at Vinton's at half-past six." "I should say time _was_ flying!" exclaimed Grace, casting a hurried glance at her watch.

"It's ten minutes to six now.

It will take us fifteen minutes to walk to Vinton's.

That leaves twenty-five minutes in which to get ready." "There is no hope that the trunks will arrive in time for us to dress," said Miriam positively.

"Come into our room and we'll wash the dust from our hands and faces and do our hair over again." "All right," agreed Grace, casting a longing glance at the closed door.
"We'll have to put our bags in your room, too.