"Why! you've beaten Trix," Eva Larry cried to Agnes. "However did you do it? She always beats us skating."
"Oh, I broke a strap," announced Trix, quickly. "Come on! we'll try it again, and I'll show you."
"I believe Agnes can beat you every time, Trix," laughed Eva, lightly.
Trix flew into a passion at this. And of course, all her venom was aimed at Agnes.
"I'll show that upstart Corner House girl that she sha'n't ride over me," she declared, angrily, as the contestants gathered for the second trial of speed.
CHAPTER XI
THE SKATING RACE
There were nearly thirty girls who lined up for the second heat. Many who had tried the first time dropped out, having been distanced so greatly by the leaders.
"But that is no way to do!" laughed Agnes, ignoring Trix Severn and her gibes. "It is anybody's race yet. One never knows what may happen in a free-for-all like this. Trix, or Eva, or I, may turn an ankle——"