“But we mustn’t tell!” said Adèle, in dismay. “This is a masquerade, not merely a fancy dress ball.”
“Oh!” said Patty. “Then we’ll have to change our plans, Philip. The Sleeping Beauty game is all off!”
“Only for the moment!” And Philip threw her a challenging glance.
CHAPTER XIV
A PROPOSAL
It was after midnight when the Christmas guests went away, and Patty declared her intention of going to bed at once.
“I coasted and danced and played hide and seek till I’m utterly worn out,” she said, “and I think I shall sleep for a week!”
“But I’m going away to-morrow,” said Philip, detaining her a moment.