You're an all-round nice man, Chick,--and I don't care who knows my opinion.

And now, do you go and make up to Elise." "Yes, ma'am.

Between you and me, ma'am,--she's a bit miffed--not ?" "Hush! Run along and make yourself so agreeable that she'll forget everybody else." Of a truth Elise was a little disturbed.

For she was of a jealous and self-seeking disposition, and resented any attentions that were not given to her.

The advent of this bright and sparkling young girl,--probably three or four years younger than herself, made her suddenly feel neglected, and it displeased her.
Mona noticed it, and smiled to herself.