"Suppose you take Solomon for a run over to the General's," Mrs. Clyde suggested. "Alec is at home. You must make the best of your visit; he is leaving on Monday."
"Where's he going?"
"To Washington, to school. He prepares there for West Point. He has a trying period before him, and much hard work. Be sure to put on rubbers and big coats. It is very cold to-day."
Blue Bonnet and Carita were off in a trice.
Alec met them at the stile.
"Was just coming over to see you," he said, shaking hands.
"All right. We'll go back."
"No, come along. Grandfather is expecting this visit."
The General was comfortably ensconced before the fire. He greeted the girls with real delight. Blue Bonnet was one of his special favorites.
It was dinner-time before Blue Bonnet had finished with half her news of school, and she seemed surprised when she looked at her watch.