It's a delightful conspiracy, of course, but mark my words, they are planning something, and some day when the whole thing comes to light you'll say, 'You were right, J.Elfreda,' see if you won't." "I will say it now if you wish me to," laughed Miriam, "merely to show you that I have faith in your marvelous powers of observation." "Thank you," returned Elfreda.

"There is nothing like being appreciated.
But under the circumstances I am afraid I can't pursue my usual methods of investigation.

If Mrs.Gray is planning something delightful, you may be sure it is for her Christmas children, and J.Elfreda Briggs will not be the one to pry into the surprise.".