Persons of your quality make too much trouble at the Old Swan," interposed Betty, who was not in a good temper.
At first Nelly was inclined to resent Betty's sharp words, but in a moment she returned softly:-- "You're right, girl.

You have earned the privilege to scold." "And please forgive us," said Frances, to which Betty did not reply.
"Where are your wounds ?" asked Nelly, addressing George.

"Off with your clothes and let us see." "Not here, Nelly, not here," he answered, bending over the tub in front of the pump.

"My wounds are mere trifles.

Only a scratch or two on the scalp and a pink or two on the arms.