"Well, I'll tell you how to get even," said Mrs. Perry; "all of you
come up here again soon, for a little visit, and leave Kit at home!
Then I guess he'll be sorry."
At this, Kit emitted a wail of grief and anguish, and then the girls
ran away to pack their things for the homeward trip.
Within the hour, they had started for New York. Patty had entirely
forgiven Cameron, and was ready to enjoy the memory of the affair as
a good joke upon herself.
"I don't approve of practical jokes," she said, by way of summing
up. "I never did, and I don't now. But I know that I brought it on
myself by making that foolish bet, and it has taught me a lesson
never to do such a thing again. And I forgive you, Mr. Kit Cameron,
only on condition that you give me your promise never to play a joke
on me again. I admit that you CAN do it, but I ask that you WON'T do
it."
"I promise, Princess," said Cameron. "Henceforward, there shall be
no jokes between us,--of course, I mean practical jokes. But you
will make good your wager?"
"Certainly; I always pay my just debts."
"May I come and collect the debt this evening?"
"No, that's too soon; come to-morrow night, if you like. This
evening I devote to a reunion with my family.
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