The girl nodded her assent. These two girls were her best friends. She knew how glad Ruth would be because of her good fortune.
Letty told Ruth about the money that Jim Lee had turned over for Mary Lee's use. Ruth's eyes opened with wonder and pleasure.
"Isn't that fine! I'm so glad, Mary Lee, dear."
"When does Jim Lee join the army?" she asked.
"I guess the day after tomorrow. He's coming here tonight."
"I wonder if we cannot get him to tell us an Indian story when he comes," remarked Letty.
"He may," Mary Lee replied. "Will you come over tonight, Ruth?" she asked.
"Yes, come to dinner," added Letty.
Ruth agreed.
"When does Mrs. Anderson come home, Mary Lee?" she asked as she started to go.