Miss Gordon suggested that the belt be turned in at the circus office at the conclusion of the show.
“And the money?” Veve inquired anxiously. “Must I give that up too?”
“No,” replied the teacher. “The person who lost it couldn’t possibly identify a fifty cent piece.”
“Then it’s mine to spend?”
“Yes, Veve.”
“I know what I want,” declared the little girl. “Peanuts.”
When the salesman came around again, Veve signaled for him to stop. She bought a bag of peanuts for herself and one for Miss Gordon. Connie had her own money and would not let Veve buy any for her.
The Brownies enjoyed every minute of the circus but toward the end began to grow a bit tired. Just before the last act, a number of cowboys and cowgirls galloped into the ring, swinging their ropes.
Then a man announced that immediately after the circus there would be a Wild West show.
“Will we stay for it?” Eileen asked eagerly.