“No,” said Patty, “and I can’t even appreciate it. I can only wonder.”
CHAPTER VIII
PLAYING HOUSE
IT was a merry party of four that started off next morning to visit the Roman Forum.
In the spacious, open carriage Patty and Violet sat facing Lancaster and Mr. Homer, and they drove slowly through the streets of Rome, remarking their favourite points of interest on either side.
“First, let’s go and hug the Coliseum,” said Patty, so they went in that direction.
“Want to go in?” asked Peter Homer, as they approached the entrance.
“No, not to-day,” said Patty. “I’ll just give it a good squeeze, so it will know I haven’t forgotten it.”
Patty spread her arms toward the great structure, her blue eyes filled with loving affection.
“I hope your somewhat dilapidated friend appreciates your devotion,” remarked Peter, smiling at Patty’s fervour.