"Well, I've changed my mind But you can play also, if you like."
"No, thank you. I've--I've got an engagement."
Tommy moved close to the young man and laughed.
"You've got a very cross face."
At this Clendon laughed also, and his cross face cleared.
"Oh, I'll be delighted to play."
"And what about Miss Pethram?" asked Maxwell, rather anxiously.
"Miss Pethram has gone inside to await the arrival of the post."
"Isn't she coming out again?"
"I think not."