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 "She'll not have far to go," said the Dream; and, sure enough, up the steps came trooping all the good thoughts, greeting her with loving smiles, and eager to pass once more into the mansion.

"Matters are in a pretty bad condition in there, I guess," said Marjorie; "and I'm so sorry. It seems quieter just now, though. Will you please go in and try to fix things up? I shall keep dear Understanding here with me. I hope that you won't have so very much trouble."

One by one the thoughts passed in, and Understanding helped Marjorie to pass judgment upon all who came; for she knew them all, well, and could see through the disguises of the bad ones who tried to enter with the others.

Marjorie expected to hear a great commotion, presently; and stood, half dreading what might happen; but all was quiet; and finally, looking up, she saw that the balcony and dormer window had been removed; and then she noticed that her friends were busy clearing up the yard and removing the rubbish.

"Isn't there going to be any trouble?" she asked the Dream, at last.