"Then you are not the only child," inquired Frank.
"I have a little sister, four years old."
"How old are you?"
"I am ten."
"What is your name?"
"Alice Craven."
The announcement of her name made Frank start.
"What!" he exclaimed, for, except his step-father, he had never till now met anyone by that name.
"Alice Craven," answered the little girl, supposing he had not understood aright.