The room was rather dark, but pink lamps shone among the leaves and the soft light touched the tables and clusters of artificial grapes.

Lister thought the plan was well carried out, for the grapes were the small red Muskokas that grow in Canada.

When he picked up the menu card he understood why girls from the stores and offices used the place.
Lister ordered the best supper the French-Canadian landlady could serve, and then began to talk while he helped his companion.

The corner they occupied was secluded and he owned that to sup with an attractive girl had a romantic charm.

He noted that she frankly enjoyed the food and he liked her light, quick laugh and the sparkle in her eyes.