“And we’ll travel!” Aunt Jean went on, growing excited. “Go to California, and all!”
“Wonderful!” cried Marian.
“And I’m going to get Leonard to build me a house,” said Aunt Jean. “He’s a real genius.”
“He is!” said Marian.
“And Violet—”
Leonard could endure no more. All of them eager to take anything they could get from that poor old soul! Sitting there, discussing plans for the spending of her money! Even Vi—Vi was going to rent a love nest for Aunt Jean’s million.
“Well, Leonard!” greeted Aunt Jean, as he came up the steps. “Sit down! I bet you’re all tired out after this hot day.”
“I am,” said Leonard. “I’m sick and tired.”
“We were just talking about—”
“I heard you,” Leonard interrupted; “but you can count me out, thanks. I don’t need any assistance.”