New Britain herald., 1917-03-22

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 One glance at Dicky's face, how ever. told me he had had time to repent of his childishness. that he was not angry any longer, but, on the con- ! trary, was bitterly ashamed Of his atcions in tho Garden.
 But, Dicky-like, my husband gave no indication in his speech. of either embarrassment or remorse. On the contrary, when he caught sight of us he allowed just the right expression of relief to appear on his face and hailed us jovially.
 1 Hello there!' he called out, ad- vancing towards us and stretching out a cordial hand to Dr. Petit. "1 was beginning to think I had the original boy off the burning deck beaten four blocks.
 Gee, I'm relieved about you, Madge! had visions of you in every morgue in the city. thought would stand here until the last train went, for knew you would make your way here if you could. How lucky it was you met the doctor. Where did you ever run on to- him ?'
 stared at Dicky in blank amaze ment. Was it possible he was going to ignore that moment in Madison Square Garden when, after wildly looking, around the balconies for me he had discovered me seated with Dr. Petit and had angrily disappeared into the crowd without speaking to us?
 Dr. Pettit's face reflected my sur prise, but he was quick to take Dicky's cue.
 "I was fortunate enough to see Mrs. Graham in the crowd just after you had become separated from her." he said gravely. Otherwise fear she might have been badly hurt. The crush was really dangerous at the door," "Yes, know" Dicky> nodded. 1 And I'm eternally grateful to you, old man, for taking care of her. Won't you come on down with us for a day or two? We can put you up comfortably, can't we Madge?''
 "Of course" I returned convention ally. And we shall be very glad to ] have you come."
 l I wondered if Dr. Petit guessed how my fingers itched to slap Dicky for his impudent, nonchalant treat ment of the situation which had been so painful to us all. A grim little smile played around his lips as he re- piled to Dicky's invitation. which he must have known was the merest mockery of hospitality.
 Thank you,'' he said, courteously, "but could not possibly go. Some other time I should be most charmed to accept your invitation. And now that I have delivered Mrs. Graham safely into your care I will bid you good evening" He lifted his hat with la formal bow which included both of us, and turning walked swiftly away.
 "As You Plcase.'' I guessed that he was putting a re- |straint upon himself, and cast swift glance at Dicky to ascertain whether or not he also detected the young physician'sc hidden emotion.
 Your sawbones friend didn't seem over and above pleased to see me-" Dicky said unpleasantly, as he walked by my side down the steps toward the train. What was the matter; did he feel himself cheated out of a pleasant journey down to Marvin?''
 The covert sheer in his voice set me wild. It was the spark needed to fire the powder magazine of my re- sentiment.
 drew Dicky behind pillar on the platform runway, which partly shielded us from the hurrying conn., muters
 Are you going to make another speech like that to me tonight? ?" demanded in a low but determined ! tone. Because if you are I'm going I to go Ep in the station, late as it Is. telephone Mrs. Stewart at the old boarding house where I used to 1.-Two :, before I married you, and stay there until you come to your senses
 Dieky stared at mo . moment. then lifted his hat with ., moC&ing smile.