And you know, Matty, you can't deny it--you did try to squeeze his hand the first day he danced with you." "I didn't," said Matty, flushing all over with indignation.

"I think you both are cruel.

I've had a very heavy trial, and you neither of you sympathize a bit.

And I'm sure," continued Matty, in a plaintive voice, "not the least part of it is being stuck in bed now." "I wonder you stay," said Sophy.

"You're in perfect health." "No, I'm not.