"Isn't he a wonder?" murmured Lawford, as Louise accompanied him to the
gate and watched him start the automobile engine. "I never heard such
a fellow in my life. And good as gold!"
Louise had made up her mind to be distinctly casual with the young man
hereafter; but his hearty praise of her uncle warmed her manner toward
him. Besides, she had to confess in secret that Lawford was most
likable.
She mentioned her aunt's arrival in the neighborhood and he asked,
laughing:
"Oh, then shall we have her for our chaperon?"
"Aunt Euphemia? Mercy, no! I have chosen Betty Gallup and believe me,
Mr. Tapp, Betty is much to be preferred."
It was odd that Louise had not yet discovered who and what Lawford Tapp
was. Yet the girl had talked with few of the neighbors likely to
discuss the affairs of the summer residents along The Beaches. And, of
course, she asked Cap'n Amazon no questions, for he was not likely to
possess the information.
After she had bidden her uncle good-night and retired, thoughts of
Lawford Tapp kept her mind alert.
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