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 youth in town. Oh, we'll amuse you, my dear!"

"Thank you, mother," the girl said, turning to her.

Mrs. Martin continued to fight for time.

"Then we'll induce Tony to have a house-party for you down in the country. You'll enjoy Tony—Mr. Anthony Drake, you know."

"Drake? The Drake who wrote The Soul of Ignace?"

"Yes; you know about him, then?"

"He's wonderful, isn't he?"

"You haven't read The Soul of Ignace?" demanded Mrs. Martin, in astonishment.

"Oh, yes; several times."

"Good gracious! didn't they choose your books for you?"

"I've read all his things."

"He's an interesting man—he's here a great deal."

"Here—in this house? Then, I shall meet him!"

"Doubtless"—smiling.