She sat very upright on the grass, with her fat little hands in her lap.

'I should like to go on the Heath.

There are donkeys there, with white saddle covers.

I should like to ride them, but my governess will not permit.' 'I'm glad we haven't a governess,' H.O.said.

'We ride the donkeys whenever we have any pennies, and once I gave the man another penny to make it gallop.' 'You are indeed fortunate!' said the Princess again, and when she looked sad the shelves on her cheeks showed more than ever.