But I'll be generous and tell you another secret.

Miriam and Arnold aren't the least bit in love with each other." "Do you know, Anne, I've always thought that, too," agreed Grace.

"They have always acted more like two good comrades." "Exactly," replied Anne, "but, as far as I am concerned, girls, to me it would be a wonderful thing if some day Everett Southard and Miriam Nesbit should decide that they were necessary to each other's welfare.
They are so admirably suited in temperament, disposition, and all that goes toward making two persons absolutely happy." "Hear the sage expound life and love," giggled Nora.

"What about poor David's future happiness ?" Anne flushed.

"I can't answer that question," she said, after a little pause.