15/16 Have you ever met this Gale girl before ?" "No; but she sat next me at dinner, and she told me about herself. It seems she has a wonderful brother--" "She has!" It was amazing how Elise brightened up. "Why wasn't he invited this evening ?" "He's away from home just now,--will return next week,--I think she said. I do like to meet strangers, and if Patty's neighbour is attractive--" "Patty's neighbour's brother,--you mean ?" "I do! If he's attractive, it'll add to my pleasure when visiting Patty,--won't it ?" "It sure will,--and, may I say it? You _are_ a nice boy." "Thank you, ma'am. |