Phil will just have to let me take it in the automobile with us." Promptly at the hour agreed upon, Phil met them at the milliner's.

As Betty predicted he did laugh at the huge square bandbox which Mary clung to, and inquired for the bird-cage which was supposed to be its companion piece.

But Mary paid little heed to his teasing, upheld by the thought of that perfect dream of a white hat which the derided box contained.

Her only regret was that she could not wear it for him to see.

Joyce and the mirror both assured her that it was the most becoming one she ever owned, and it seemed a pity that it was not suitable for motoring.