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A SOCIAL METEOR. 113 beauty? I should have done so, had I- been he. But to explain; I telegraphed Lee yesterday to come, and we would dine and go to a play to- night. I thought it would be a pleasant surprise for you, Ray. By the way, how are you now? Better, I hope, for I’ve brought some one with me.” ‘A visitor? How could you, when you know I’m not prepared to see a soul!” exclaimed Ray, in dismay. “You look all right, really. Quite interesting, doesn’t she, Lee? I met this person just at the foot of the stairs, and he insisted upon coming up to speak to you. He’s inthe hall now. May I call him ?” “But first tell me his name. I positively will not see a stranger in this wrapper,’ persisted Ray, childishly. “He’s not a stranger, and I know you'll be glad to see him; besides, he insisted upon paying his respects to you, as I say. Shall I open the door ?” “Yes, I suppose oie replied Ray, shortly, though in reality she felt somewhat curious. “Tt’s mean to keep any one waiting outside. But honestly (thinking this a good opportunity to Eomichoo Ss (E(@)