However, he has engaged a box for us for to-morrow night.

To-night we will go to some other theatre if you wish." "To tell you the truth," replied Anne, slipping her hand into that of the older woman, "we'd rather spend the evening quietly with you.

That is, unless you care particularly about our going out." Miss Southard's face revealed her pleasure at this announcement.

"Would you really ?" she asked.

"I should like to have you girls to myself rather than go to the theatre, but I supposed you would prefer seeing a successful play to staying at home with me." "Nothing could drag us from the house after that confession," laughed Grace.