"Burt," she called, "come and answer this question. Did you come to Byrnton instead of Branton on purpose?"
"What's this?" said Burt. "Cross-examination?"
"It's an examination, surely, but I won't be cross," replied Anne, with a rare dimple. "You must answer my question truly."
"Yes, Your Honor," said Burt. "I did, Your Honor."
"Did you know your Aunt Susan wouldn't be home?"
"Our Aunt Susan," corrected Burt.—"No, Your Honor—that is, I thought—"
"You knew she was going to California?"
"Yes, Your Honor."
"This summer?"
"I didn't know exactly when—honestly, Nan, I did want you to meet her."