“Yes, indeed,” she replied. “And in Rome, who could help it?”
“No one with eyes,” he said; “and which has pleased you more, so far, the glamour or the ruins?”
Patty thought a moment.
“I can’t distinguish them,” she said, at last. “They’re so mixed up with each other, and both so wonderful.”
Mr. Homer smiled. “That’s as it should be,” he said. “But if I may, I’d like to wonder at little with you. What are you doing to-morrow morning?”
“Going to the Forum with the two Van Winkles,” answered Patty. “Won’t you go with us?”
“I’ll be glad to. Suppose I meet you here at ten o’clock.”
“Do. That will be fine. I’ve only just met the Van Winkles, but I like them already.”
“Yes, they’re attractive people,” said Mr. Homer, a little absently, and then he went away.