"Are we? Then do you think that people must be alike to be friends?"
"They must have tastes in common," replied Kitty, firmly. "At least, so it has always seemed to me."
"Why not give it a trial?" suggested Duane.
Kitty stood irresolute, conscious that in some curious indefinable way she was attracted by the other girl's proposal and yet repelled at the same time. The affair was settled by the abrupt entrance of France.
"Oh, hallo, Kitty! I suppose Duane's told you about digging in with us till Hilary returns? What's that? Doesn't want to? Why not?"
"She says we're antagonistic," replied Duane.
"What nonsense!" said France, very firmly. "What on earth does she mean? You bring your things along, Kitty, and I'm sure we shall enjoy each other's company while we're here," and Kitty rather reluctantly gave way.
CHAPTER VIII
CARSLAKE'S v. THE REST
France stepped back and surveyed her plasticine model of Duane's profile with an air of satisfaction.