He delivered these observations with appropriate fervour.
"Mr. Kennaston," said she, "I am sorry. We got along so nicely before,
and I was
so
proud of your friendship. We've had such good times
together, you and I, and I've liked your verses so, and I've liked
you--Oh, please,
please
, let's keep on being just friends!" Margaret
wailed, piteously.