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A SOCIAL METEOR. 43 stepped in to find out if you and Miss Wheatley are going to Mrs. Lindley’s reception this after- noon. I thought if you were she might enjoy a little drive through the park first.” “Oh, I know she'll be delighted,” replied Mrs. Thorne, “only, unfortunately, she’s quite ill with a headache. She’s been suffering all the morn- ing, and I believe she’s asleep now; still, ll send right up stairs and see if she feels equal to dress- ing.”’ “Indeed, I won’t hear of your doing anything of the kind,” answered Lee, earnestly. ‘Let her rest, and [ll call again to-morrow. I don’t sup- pose she’ll go to the reception then ?” “T hardly think she will. You see, she’s been on the go so much since she’s been with us that she’s fairly worn out, I do believe.” * “T haven’t a doubt of it. Everybody is singing her praise, and half the fellows at the club have lost their hearts already.” “Ah Wy This exclamation was delivered in a quizzical tone, and accompanied by a comical little side glance. | “Yes, I assure you, Ray, your visitor has brought you in splendid returns, if appreciation Eomicwvooks (E(0)