Tell her Peachy will be homesick, and we feel it'll be our duty to cheer her up a little." "I'll pitch it as strong as I can," said Delia, "but of course it's no use going too far.

Peachy doesn't look a homesick subject in need of cheering.

I'm afraid Miss Morley may snort if I put it on that score.
I'd better just explain we want to have a stunt.

I believe she'll catch on.

Leave it to me and I'll try my best to manage her." "Right-o! We give you carte blanche!" "Then I'll waddle off now." Delia's success mostly depended upon tact.