“We will,” promised Connie, speaking for all the Brownies.
“One more thing,” said Miss Mohr. “I have a special request.”
“What is it, Miss Mohr—I mean Mrs. Van Der Lann?” inquired Vevi politely.
“I want all the Brownies to walk past the library when they leave the church.”
Now Vevi thought this a most strange request indeed.
“Past the library?” she repeated, thinking that possibly the librarian had made a slip of tongue.
“Yes, dear, it’s a surprise. From Peter.”
Vevi and the other Brownies were more mystified than ever. Before they could ask a single question, the cars began to move away.
Mr. Van Der Lann opened a paper sack. He began to toss cellophane-wrapped candies to the children.
“Suikers,” he explained with a smile. “Sugar plums. It’s an old Dutch custom to throw them at every wedding.”