"Mrs. Marshman sent a most earnest request by me that you would come to her the next time I go to Randolph."
Ellen gave the matter a very serious consideration if one might judge by her face.
"What do you say to it?"
"I should like to go, very much," said Ellen, slowly "but "
"But you do not think it would be pleasant?"
"No, no," said Ellen, laughing, "I don't mean that; but I think I would rather not."
"Why?"
"Oh I have some reasons."
"You must give me very good ones, or I think I shall overrule your decision, Ellie."
"I have very good ones; plenty of them; only "