Daisy clapped her hands , and Bess threw her bouquet into Nat 's lap , while the other girls waved their fans , well pleased ; for real feeling made his little speech eloquent . ` Thomas B. Bangs , come into court , and tell the truth , the whole truth , and nothing but the truth , if you can , ' commanded Nan , with a rap to call the meeting to order . Tom shut the umbrella , and standing up raised his hand , saying solemnly : ' I believe in suffrage of all kinds . I adore all women , and will die for them at any moment if it will help the cause . ' ` Living and working for it is harder , and therefore more honourable . Men are always ready to die for us , but not to make our lives worth having . Cheap sentiment and bad logic . You will pass , Tom , only do n't twaddle . Now , having taken the sense of the meeting we will adjourn , as the hour for festive gymnastics has arrived . I am glad to see that old Plum has given six true men to the world , and hope they will continue to be staunch to her and the principles she has taught them , wherever they may go . Now , girls , do n't sit in draughts , and , boys , beware of ice-water when you are warm . ' With this characteristic close Nan retired from office , and the girls went to enjoy one of the few rights allowed them . Chapter 6 . LAST WORDS The next day was Sunday , and a goodly troop of young and old set forth to church . -- some driving , some walking , all enjoying the lovely weather and the happy quietude which comes to refresh us when the work and worry of the week are over . Daisy had a headache ; and Aunt Jo remained at home to keep her company , knowing very well that the worst ache was in the tender heart struggling dutifully against the love that grew stronger as the parting drew nearer . ` Daisy knows my wishes , and I trust her . You must keep an eye on Nat , and let him clearly understand that there is to be no `` lovering '' , or I shall forbid the letter-writing . I hate to seem cruel , but it is too soon for my dear girl to bind herself in any way , ' said Mrs Meg , as she rustled about in her best grey silk , while waiting for Demi , who always escorted his pious mother to church as a peace-offering for crossing her wishes in other things . ' I will , dear ; I 'm lying in wait for all three boys today , like an old spider ; and I will have a good talk with each .
They know I XXXXX them , and they always open their hearts sooner or later .
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