“If she did, she’s getting to be a regular little firebug,” said Chet. “Did you hear about what happened at her father’s store Saturday?”
“No,” said Jess. “What was it? Not another fire?”
“Yes, another fire,” returned Chet, and he went on to repeat the story of the burning-glass, and how Laura had beaten the fire department in putting the blaze out.
“My, Laura! that was a smart idea,” declared Lance, with admiration.
“Isn’t that the greatest ever?” added Jess.
“And Bobby had less to do with setting the fire in Mr. Sharp’s office than she had with starting that one in the store,” said Laura, thoughtfully.
“I hope so,” Lance said.
“I know so! Bobby is strictly truthful.”
“But she can’t prove it,” said Chet, argumentatively.