Flossie was that inseparable chum of hers . `` You seem to spend a good deal of your time with her , '' I remarked discontentedly . Gussie opened her eyes at my tone . `` Why , of course , '' she said . `` Flossie and I have always been chums . And she needs me more than ever just now , for she is awfully busy . She is to be married next month . '' `` Oh , I see -- and you -- '' `` I 'm to be bridesmaid , of course , and we 've heaps to do . Flossie wanted to wait until Christmas , but Mr. Martin is in a -- '' `` Mr. Martin , '' I interrupted . `` Is Mr. Martin going to marry your friend ? '' `` Why , yes . Did n't you know ? They just suit each other . There he comes now . He 's going to drive me over , and I 'm not ready . Talk to him , for pity 's sake , while I go and dress . '' I never enjoyed a conversation more . Rev. Carroll Martin was a remarkably interesting man . Nellie married Rod Allen at Christmas and I was best man . Nellie made a charming little bride , and Rod fairly worshipped her .
My own wedding did not come off until spring , as XXXXX said she could not get ready before that .
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