“Come and sit down here. I have something to say to you about Miss Harper,” added Mr. Dainty.
Agnes looked curiously at her father.
“What about Miss Harper?” she asked, as she drew a chair to his side.
“You like her?” Mr. Dainty spoke in a tone of inquiry.
“Oh, yes, father.” The answer was warmly uttered.
“Why?”
“Because she is kind and good.”
“Do you wish her to remain here?”
“I wouldn’t have her go away for all the world!” said Agnes, speaking with strong emphasis.
“Why not?”