Loneli had been asked after school to-day to give a message to Mea and she was glad of the chance to deliver it.
Mea had sent a proposal of peace to Elvira through Loneli, for she hated the constant sulking of her friend and the unpleasant new manner she exhibited in turning her back upon her.

Mea had twice before tried to be reconciled to the embittered Elvira, but unfortunately in vain.

She did not dare to admit this to Kurt, who would not have approved of her behaviour but would have even made a horrible song about it.

But one could always rely on Loneli, who was discreet.

Mea, standing at the window, saw Loneli coming towards the house and ran down to meet her.
"I have to tell you something terribly sad about Elvira," Loneli said, quite downcast.
"What is it?
What is it ?" Mea asked.
"She doesn't ever want to renew her friendship with you and she has asked me to tell you that.