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All right. Ill ask her, she said wistfully. Of course I dont mean that I wouldnt like to live here with you, Mr. Pendleton, but She did not complete her sentence. There was a moments silence, then she added: Well, anyhow, Im glad I didnt tell her yesterday;cause then I supposed she was wanted, too. John Pendleton smiled grimly. Well, yes, Pollyanna; I guess it is just as well you didnt mention ityesterday. I didntonly to the doctor; and of course he doesnt count. The doctor! cried John Pendleton, turning quickly. NotDr.Chilton? Yes; when he came to tell me you wanted to see me today, you know. Well, of all the muttered the man, falling back in his chair. Then he sat up with sudden interest. And what did Dr. Chilton say? he asked. Pollyanna frowned thoughtfully. Why, I dont remember. Not much, I reckon. Oh, he did say he could well imagine you did want to see me. Oh, did he, indeed! answered John Pendleton. And Pollyanna wondered why he gave that sudden queer little laugh. |
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