“Not intentionally, I am sure,” declared Bobby, quickly.
“Well, Mrs. Case is going to put Lou in for the broad jump if Eve doesn’t show up. And that miserable senior is as perky about it as she can be. There she is yonder, all ready for the event, although it’s not due for an hour yet,” added Jess.
The field was next cleared for folk dancing, taking part in which were most of the freshman and sophomore classes of all five schools. This attracted the adult spectators more than it did the girls themselves; the latter’s keenest interest was centered in the all-absorbing athletic events.
One of the juniors kept watch at the entrance to the field, and sent in word now and then that nothing had been heard or seen of Eve Sitz. Laura and her other friends did not know that Margit had gone away with Chet fielding to hunt for the missing girl.
“If she doesn’t come pretty soon all will be lost!” groaned Nellie Agnew as the field cleared after the folk dancing.
“Maybe Lou can carry the points for us,” suggested Dora Lockwood, doubtfully.
“Never in this world!” cried Bobby.
“Nor does Mrs. Case believe it. But it’s the best she can do,” said Jess. “There! after this event comes the broad jump.”
“See that nasty Lou Potter!” complained Bobby. “She’s standing there, grinning just like a Chessy-cat——”
“Hold on, Bobby, hold on!” exclaimed Nellie Agnew, admonishingly. “Remember!”