They were silent until they were beyond the business streets.
“You have a dandy car, and you are an expert in running it,” praised John Eustis. “That bit of maneuvering was well done.”
Polly looked pleased.
“I am not wholly sure of myself yet,” she admitted; “but I haven’t made any big break since I gave up Evan. Even mother isn’t afraid to ride with me.”
“She has no need to be afraid,” he returned.
“I am glad you think so,” was all Polly said.
“I should have come up to your house to-night,” went on John Eustis, “if I had not met you. Can you get off from your job for a week-end?”
“I am afraid not. I have enlisted and I must stick to my post.”
“You ought not to have enlisted.”
“Oh, yes, I ought! I wouldn’t give it up for anything.”