I consulted herself, and was more forbearing than most fathers would be.

I talked to her about it, and she promised me that she would do her best to entertain the man.

Now she receives him and me with an old frock and a sulky face.

Who pays for her clothes?
She has everything she wants,--just as a daughter, and she would not take the trouble to change her dress to grace my friend,--as you did, as any daughter would! I am angry with her.' 'Do not be angry with her.

I think I can understand why she did not put on another frock.' 'So can I understand.