"Peace is worth dozens of terms," Gail answered softly. "Besides, I am the oldest, and Mother left her in my care. It is my place to go."
"But we haven't decided yet whether or not Peace herself is going to Fairview," Faith reminded them.
"That's so," agreed Dr. Campbell. "What is your wish in the matter?"
"It seems to me we have decided," suggested Gail. "We want to do everything we can for her, and if you think there is a—a chance—"
"Does she know?" interrupted Faith.
"Not yet."
"Then why not leave the decision with her?"
The President shook his head. "She is too young to know what is best for her, and we cannot raise false hopes in her heart. She has suffered too much already to be disappointed again—should the operation fail to accomplish the desired results."
"But how are you going to get her to Fairview without her knowing?" Hope frowned in bewilderment.
"O, she will have to know about the operation, but not what we hope will result. Hark! Don't I hear her calling?"