I don't think there is much, because, if he decides a thing positively, he's very apt to stick to it." "Yes, I know; but he will doubtless take into account that circumstances alter cases," Violet answered lightly, and with a pleasant smile.

"And at all events, you may be quite sure that whatever small influence I may possess will be exerted in your behalf." "I am sure you have a great deal, mamma Vi; and I thank you very much for that promise," Lulu said, turning to go.
But at that instant a quick, boyish step sounded in the hall without; and Max's voice at the door asked, "Mamma Vi, may I come in ?" "Yes," she said; and in he rushed, with a face full of excitement.

"Lu, I've been looking everywhere for you!" he cried.

"What do you think?
just see that!" and he held up a bit of paper, waving it triumphantly in the air, while he capered round the room in an ecstasy of delight.
"What is it ?" asked Lulu.

"Nothing but a strip of paper, as far as I can see." "That's because you haven't had a chance to examine it," he said, laughing with pleasure.