Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1909-01-08

0061D hand with Karl, and she
awoke with a sense Of regret that the
realities Of everyday life should take
the place Of such joyous vision. She
felt strangely elated during the day
and eagerly waited for the hour when
Herman was to call for her and take
her to Karl's studio.
Il wonder what 1t will be like
there" she asked herself a dozen
times. II think have always been
jealous Of that studio and its possible
ties. and have always wanted to sc
there-but ! did not dare"
Then she chided herself for the
thought she had not uttered.
why. I'm goose! What am I con.
Tossing here to myself? That | am In
love with Karl? What silly nonsense!
Come. Olga. you are getting romantic"
Herman cnme after luncheon, and
they drove together to the studio
building. Old Heinrich admitted them
his eyes growing big and round ut the
imposing splendor Of Herman's great
coat and the bewildering beauty Of the
grand lady.
Kari. In his artists velvc. jacket
hurried forward to greet them.
welcome to my Workshop! he
cried.
How do you do:" Olga said, barely
giving him her hand and turning al
once to let her eyes rove curiously
around the walls Of the room.
How do you do. Karl?" Herman
said. You see We are prompt. And
now am curious to see your place"
Karl watched Olga rs she surveyed
the room. He felt piqued ut her seem
Ing lack Of interest In him.
so this is your wonderful studio,
she said absently.
1T Is much like a junkshop." Kari
said deprecatingly.
1T Is very interesting" Olga said
Whose picture Is that?" she asked
pointing to painting of half nude
figure on the wall.
That? Oh. that Is a model who has
posed for me-"
"Oh. yes: I recognize It. We met the
girl on the stairs. Herman"
"Oh. yes: that Is She"
Herman busted himself looking nj
the picture. chuckling over those that
caught his unpOetic fancy and nudg.
Ing Karl In the ribs at some Of them.
Il must come again and inspect
them more at my LEISURE" he said
This afternoon I have to go away"
Il am sorry you are not to remain, i"
Karl said politely.
"Oh. I suppose we might put of the
sitting In view Of the fact that the
picture might have been painted any
time these last six years." Herman
said. But Olga has been nervous
about the ball we are going to tonight
and l thought 1t best to bring her to-
day to distract her. You know this Is
really a house warming tonight"
"And we were obliged to invite SO
many people," Olga said, still looking
at the pictures.
II hate these social affairs" Her.
man ratified on. but suppose In our
position they are inevitable. What
time shall l return for Olga"
1T grows dark quickly" Karl said
looking at his watch. "In another hour
We shall not be able to see Suppose
you return about O'Clock"
Every we'll. And now l must be 60.
ing. You are coming to the ball to.
night Karl? You know you really are
the guest Of honor Isn't he. OlgaY"
"Yes. indeed. Karl Is to fall In love
with his future wife tonight"
Karl looked ut her, but She spoke
with perfect self possession and light.
~.
Il shall do my BEST" he said, and
he tried to speak with enthusiasm.
"Ah, You are not half grateful
enough for this treasure, Karl. You
should be happy" Olga said.
''Of course he should. and he WILL"
Herman interposed, moving toward the