“I suppose the Germans think they could whip us just as well as we believe we can whip them.”
“But I know we can whip them.”
“Well, I’m not so sure. But one thing is certain, we won’t have to go to war. That’s the advantage of being a girl.”
“Oh I don’t know,” said Shirley, “I believe I would like to go.”
“Not for me,” declared Mabel. “Still, I might be willing to go as a Red Cross nurse.”
“That’s what I meant,” replied Shirley.
Mr. Willing, Colonel Ashton and Dick now joined them, and they discussed recent happenings.
“You don’t suppose there is any chance of Von Blusen getting away, sir?” asked Dick of Mr. Willing.
Mr. Willing looked at him and smiled.
“Afraid he’ll come after you?” he asked.