“I told her of your consenting to help Mr. Taylor in his dilemma,” said Mother.
“Did you?” said I. “It was kind of you to put it in that way.”
“That was the truthful way of putting it, wasn't it? She seemed very much interested.”
“Indeed. And surprised, I presume.”
“Why, yes, I think so. She seemed surprised at first; then she laughed; I could not understand why. She has a very pleasant laugh, hasn't she?”
“I have never noticed.” This was untrue.
“She has. She is a charming girl. I am sorry you were not here when she called. I told her you would be home soon and asked her to wait, but she would not.”
“I am glad she didn't.”
“Roscoe!”
“I am, Mother. That young lady comes here to see you merely because she has nothing else to do just now. I shouldn't accept too many favors from her.”