"His grandpa does not know what's good for him, and keeps him shut up all alone.

He needs a party of jolly boys to play with, or somebody young and lively.

I've a great mind to go over and tell the old gentleman so!" The idea amused Jo, who liked to do daring things and was always scandalizing Meg by her queer performances.

The plan of 'going over' was not forgotten.

And when the snowy afternoon came, Jo resolved to try what could be done.