"I'm so glad you've come," she cried. "I was wishing you would, to see what Colonel Gresham has sent me."
"Why—" began Polly, and then stopped, blushing at having almost told about the new motor car. That was not hers to speak of first.
Dr. Dudley sent a swift glance of appreciation in her direction, and followed Miss Lucy's leading.
"That came for you, Polly, at the same time," she said, handing the girl a small square package. "A man just brought them."
"For me?" Polly's eyes opened wide. "I'm not going to be married!"
They laughed, while the young lady displayed her gift, a necklace of pearls.
"Oh, is n't that lovely!" exclaimed Polly.
"How sweet you will look I nit! Do put it on!"
But Miss Lucy declared that pearls and gingham dresses were not companionable, and the necklace was returned to its satin case.
"Why don't you undo your package?" inquired Mrs. Jocelyn.