“But they all cost money, Doris—a great deal more than you realize.”
“I thought my inheritance would cover everything.”
“Your money has been going very fast, my dear,” her uncle told her gently. “Your schooling has cost a great deal, and only today I received a letter saying that the tuition was to be doubled. Your music, too, has made deep inroads into your little fortune.”
“I had no idea it was as bad as that,” Doris said soberly. “I suppose I could give up boarding school and my music lessons—though I’d rather go to work than stop my singing.”
“I can’t let you give up your school or your music either, Dory. And I frankly admit, I hate to see you go into an office. You are much too young. You should have your good times now.”
“But if I haven’t any money—”
“You still have some, Dory. I am only telling you this, that you will understand the situation and be as careful of expenses as you can.”
“I will,” Doris promised, “and I’ll start by giving up that camping trip. I suppose, though, I won’t get to see Kitty this summer—unless—”
She broke off and her face lighted up.
“I forgot the letter I received from the Misses Gates!” she finished. “Perhaps they offer the solution to all my troubles!”