But she is sometimes very impertinent, and I would by no means have her indulged in that.

I wish you would promise me never to let it pass without punishment.

She must be taught respect for authority and for her superiors." Elsie's face had grown very grave while he was speaking.

"What punishment do you prescribe ?" she asked.

"The child is yours." "That should depend upon the heinousness of the offence," he replied.