"I'm sure I hope so," was the answer.

As Mrs. Bobbsey was hurrying down the front walk Flossie and Freddie
saw her.

"Where are you going, mamma?" they called.

"Down to papa's office," she answered "There's a fire near his
place, and--"

"Oh, a fire! Then I'm going!" cried Freddie. "Fire! Fire! Ding,
dong! Turn on the water!" and he raced about quite excitedly.

"Oh, I don't know," said Mrs. Bobbsey, in doubt. "Where are Nan
and Bert?" she asked.

"They went down to the lake," said Flossie. "Oh, mamma, do take
us to the fire with you. We'll bring Snap along."

"Sure," said Freddie. "Hi, Snap!" he called.

The trick dog came rushing from the stable, barking and wagging
his tail.

"Well, I suppose I might as well take you," said Mrs. Bobbsey. "But
you must stay near me. We'll leave Snap home, though."

"Oh, no!" cried Freddie.