“Has any invitation come for me?” he asked.
“Invitation—to what?”
“I hear that Laura Vivian is going to give a party. I didn’t know but she might invite me.”
“The Vivians do not visit us. I should be glad to become acquainted. They move in the very first society. Do you know Laura?”
“I knew her at dancing-school. I used to dance with her sometimes. She was a great favorite. All the boys wanted her for a partner.”
“It is hardly likely she will invite you. I wish she would.”
“What is the name of the young lady?” asked Gilbert, interested.
“Laura Vivian. What interest can you feel in her?”
“I made the young lady’s acquaintance this afternoon,” said Gilbert, quietly.
“Laura Vivian? Impossible.”