the man of India. With a week of such luck, I could almost begin to talk college again."
"There is no reason why you should not have the week and the luck," said Ammon. "I have taken moths until the middle of August, though I suspect one is more apt to find late ones in the north, where it is colder than here. The next week is hay-time, but we can count on a few double-brooders and strays, and by working the exchange method for all it is worth, I think we can complete the collection again."
"You almost make me hope," said Elnora, "but I must not allow myself. I don't truly think I can replace all I lost, not even with your help. If I could, I can't see my way clear to leave mother this winter. I have found her so recently, and she is so precious, I can't risk losing her again. I am going to take the nature position in the Onabasha schools, and I shall be most happy doing the work. Only, these are a temptation."
"I wish you might go to college this fall with the other girls," said Ammon. "I feel that if you don't you never will. Isn't there some way?"
"I can't see it if there is, and I really don't want to leave mother."
"Well, mother is mighty glad to hear it," said Mrs. Comstock, entering the arbour.
Ammon noticed that her face was pale, her lips quivering, her voice cold.
"I was just saying to your daughter that she should
