“Yes.”

“I had thought of doing something for the girl. I had suggested to her that she might paint miniatures.”

“I think I shall keep her pretty busy.”

“I have only spoken to her once or twice, and she struck me as rather reserved, and stiff. I suppose she and Lynette——”

“She and Lynette get on wonderfully.”

“So Miss Vance told me. And, of course, that black frock——I hope she doesn’t spoil the child.”

“Not a bit. She does her good.”

“Lynette wants someone with plenty of common sense to discipline her. I think Miss Vance is really excellent.”

“A very reliable young woman.”

“She’s not too sentimental and emotional.”