He dropped her with us and then went in search of some refreshment. She greeted Katherine and then leaned close to speak of me. “I had a most delightful walk with Franklin.” “Yesterday?” “Yes, it was. But … how did you know?” “It was me he left before he went to you. Tuesdays are my athome day.” Lizzie wrinkled her nose in sympathy. “I hate having to be at home.” “Where did you walk?” “With Franklin? Up to Central Park. With Mama. He bought me some chestnuts. And promised to take me skating on Friday!” “Really?” I was glad he hadn’t asked me. I didn’t know how to skate. “Yes! I shall hardly sleep in expectation of it. I’ve the most gorgeous skating costume. It’s pink and trimmed out in fur. With the most fetching little hat. And you know how I adore hats!” “Do you know how to skate?” “Of course. At least … enough to get by, but not well enough that I won’t have to hold on to his arm now and then.” It looked as if … had she winked?
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