That is why you should hate me," she replied, bitterly.

"I know it is robbery, and brigandage, although my father masks it by saying he sells antiques.

Until now I have seen nothing wrong in this life, signorina; but you have made me ashamed." "Why, dear ?" "Because you are so good and gentle, and so forgiving." Patsy laughed.
"In reality, Tato, I am resentful and unforgiving.

You will find out, soon, that I am a very human girl, and then I will not make you ashamed.
But your father's business is shameful, nevertheless." Tato was plainly puzzled, and knew not what to reply.

But just then they reached the end of the crevasse, and the child said: "You must return now, Signorina Patsy." "But why cannot I go on with you, and come back with my uncle ?" Tato hesitated.