Dexie

When the doctor made his usual visit, he stayed a long time in the room, and he looked very serious as he called Dexie to the door.

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth

He repeated his request a second time, and even Gussie flushed at his offensive tone, though she called Dexie's attention to the request.

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth

When Mr. McDonald learned that the young people were preparing to leave for the city, he called Dexie to his side, and turning to a small cupboard brought out a tin box, saying:

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth

Dexie's full name was her chief annoyance, so he answered in a quiet tone, "Her name is Dexter, but she would like us all to forget the fact, and call her Dexie instead."

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth

"Dexie," said Mr. Sherwood, "Mr. Ross sends his compliments with this bouquet, and wishes to know if you will see him and allow him to explain, or apologize, whichever you choose to call it," and he handed her the fragrant flowers.

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth

"You have no right to put such a question to me, Mr. Traverse, and please to remember that I am 'Dexie' to no man but papa," and there was a touch of anger in her tone, to which, however, Guy gave no heed.

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth

"Dexie," said Guy, coming over to her side and leaning one arm on the piano, "do you remember playing for your father and me one evening and refusing us a certain piece?

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth

"I cannot call you by your new name yet, but I hope you will not mind, for you will always be just 'Dexie' to me.

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth

"I was called downstairs to see Mrs. McNeil, who was in the parlor and had asked to see me especially, and as my eyes rested upon her the word 'Dexie' sprang to my lips.

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth

"Dexie," he said more firmly, "I am not going to let you pass until I tell you what I came here to say.

Miss Dexie A Romance of the Provinces Stanford Eveleth