Then his rapid footsteps died away.

Wearily Lenore climbed the stairs and went to her room.
* * * * * She was awakened from deep slumber by Kathleen, who pulled and tugged at her.
"Lenorry, I thought you was dead, your eyes were shut so tight," declared the child.

"Breakfast is waiting.

Did you fetch me anything ?" "Yes, a new sister," replied Lenore, dreamily.
Kathleen's eyes opened wide.

"Where ?" Lenore place a hand over her heart.
"Here." "Oh, you do look funny....