Annie's older sisters, Belle and Clara, were fine young ladies; Mr Moffat was a fat, friendly gentleman; and Mrs Moffat was a fat, friendly lady. They were all very kind to Meg and did their best to make her feel at home. When the evening for a 'small part came, Meg's best dress looked very old next to Sallie's new one, but no one said anything about it. The girls were getting ready when servant brought in a box of flowers.