But again, influenced by conscientious scruples, Elsie objected.

"I 'spect Hannah wouldn't like me to go in your room so much, Lena;the windows are all open. She didn't say don't go in there, but I'spect she skinnyked it, 'cause she always says don't go where thewindows are open."

For the first time inside her life Lena condescended to something likecajolery.

"And you will not do that for your poor sister who cannot walk?" sheasked, reproachfully.

"0h, yes, yes; and burned herself for me to save me out the fire,"exclaimed Elsie, throwing her arms about Lena, "I don't care ifJane does scold me; I'd just as lief be scolded for you. But yourvoice is so queer, Lena; you must be thirsty for your breakfast."