"Yes," she said, thrilled at the thought of her power.
"Then make him give you up!"
Her father permitted himself a smile of incredulity, which made her say:
"I will!"
Mr. Goodchild rose. He patted her cheek encouragingly and said:
"I think you will, my dear."
"I am going to make him—"
"I beg pardon, but Miss Goodchild is wanted at the telephone, sir," announced Frederick.
Grace went to answer the phone. It was Marion Molyneux who spoke.
"Is it true, Grace, that your engagement with H. R. is off?"