136 MADGE'S MISTAKE,

Greenway noticed this little scene, though he
pretends to be intent on another sherry and
soda?

Presently Father discovers Miss M. and
Gip struggling wildly with the numbers who
have now flocked into the tent, and vainly
trying to obtain some refreshmertt; he
instantly goes to the rescue, and having
made a clear passage for them, orders what
they wish and retires, leaving them standing
in comparative ease and comfort.

Father is evidently in a hurry to be gone
now, and intimates as much to Tiny and me
immediately on his return to us. We girls are
not sorry either, especially after the uncom-
fortable turn things have taken, so rising
with alacrity we join him and commence a
slow progress towards the door.

Mr. Greenway sees the move, and hastily
putting down his glass, makes the best of his
way towards us. Father is too quick for him,
however, this time, and before the enemy
can reach us has Tiny safely tucked under
his arm: there is nothing left for the discom-