"The boy did what his nature bade him.

Of course, being a nice little boy, he should have remonstrated.

There are several ways--" "Thanks," said Penhallow.

"Of course, Ann, the playing with Tom will end.
I fancy there is no need to interfere." "He should be punished for rudeness to Leila," said Mrs.Penhallow.
"Oh, well, he's a rough lad and like enough sorry.

How can I punish him without making too much of a row." "You are quite right, as I see it," said Rivers.