“Well, then, you had better remind her. By the way, do you object to us also coming with you to East Hall this evening?”
“I shall be very glad,” replied Leslie. “I have not seen much of Miss Lauderdale yet, and am most anxious to hear her speak to-night. I wonder what she can want with us all?”
“Well, there is no good in guessing,” said Eileen; “and besides it only wastes time. What do you mean to do this afternoon, Miss Gilroy?”
“I have not made any special plans.”
“Well then, won’t you come out on the water with us. You have passed your swimming test, so it is all right. Belle Acheson will be with us; we should like you to know her.”
Leslie promised to come, and the next moment ran up to her own room. Annie was already seated at her desk, and bending over her endless problems.
“We ought to be ready to start for East Hall at 8.25,” said Leslie as she came in. “You will be quite ready then, won’t you, Annie dear? I’ll put out your dress, and leave everything quite nice and neat for you.”
Annie gazed full up into Leslie’s face. When Leslie paused, she said abruptly:
“I do wish, Leslie Gilroy, you would not worry me.”
Leslie started back, looking hurt and dismayed.