"That's one reason why I want to come," said Mrs. Faulkner.
"I hope you will decide to come," said Dorothy; "and now, if you will excuse me a minute, I think I will ask my grandmother to come down and sanction our plan."
Leaving the strangers to be entertained by Fairy, Dorothy ran up to her grandmother's room and tapped at the door.
A few moments served to explain matters to Mrs. Dorrance, and though a little bewildered by Dorothy's sudden proposal, she thought the plan a good one, and went down prepared to give the strangers a cordial reception.
The Faulkners were much pleased with the gentle, gracious old lady, and Mrs. Dorrance decided at a glance that the newcomers were sensible and kindly people.
CHAPTER XVI
A DARING SCHEME
The more they talked over the matter the more it seemed a sensible and feasible plan for all concerned. Mrs. Dorrance felt sure that with their two capable servants, and Mr. Hickox's varied usefulness, two boarders would make no more responsibility for Dorothy than her five guests had.
It was therefore decided to try the plan for a week, and if both sides were satisfied, to continue for the season.