"Lil, I always did say you brought me luck when it came to fellers—I think I got him to-night, all right."
"Oh, Loo, ain't I glad!"
"Just feel my hand, Lil—how excited I am!"
"I'm sure glad for you, dearie."
"Glad! Girl, you don't know what I'd give to own a corner of my own, where I'd never have to see a glove no more!"
She curled up on the bed, forgetful of everything but her own potential happiness.
"He sure did everything but pop to-night. Come over here and kiss me, kid."
They kissed.
"My red kimono's on the top shelf—you undress first; just help yourself." She slumped deeper in bed. "I guess you didn't make some hit yourself to-night, Miss Harkins—and I guess I didn't make some hit myself!"
Lulu laughed immoderately. Lilly fingered the lace at her throat.