She's growed up.' 'Is she purty ?' he ast.

'Yes,' says I, 'purty as a speckled pup!' 'I'd like to see her,' he said.

'I hear she was a beautiful baby.

I hope she is very, very happy.' 'What's that to you ?' says I, sharp-like.

'I am very much interested in her, Mr.Crow,' he answered.