What does my aunt want with me ?" "I think I had better not tell you." "Why ?" "Your aunt is sure to ask you what I have said.

I have tried her temper; you know what her temper is! She has sent me here instead of sending a maid, on the chance that I may commit some imprudence.

I give you her message exactly as the servant might have given it--and you can tell her so with a safe conscience.

No more questions!" "One more, please.

Is it anything about Ovid ?" "No." "Then my aunt can wait a little.