Chapter 4

The Energy of Judith

"Mother, Cousin Ann Peyton is at Buck Hill. I saw her old carriage on the road when I went in for my express parcels."

"Why will you insist upon saying Cousin Ann, Judith?" drawled Mrs. Buck. "I'd take my time about calling anybody cousin who scorned to do the same by me."

As Judith's mother took her time about everything, the girl smiled indulgently, and proceeded in the unpacking of the express packages.

"I'm so glad I am selling for this company that sends all goods directly to me instead of having me take orders the way the other one