"You know you said you wouldn't." "And who's to tell your mother what she should say ?" called Butler, more incensed than ever at this sudden and unwarranted rebellion and assault.
"Your mother talked before ever you was born, I'd have you know.

If it weren't for her workin' and slavin' you wouldn't have any fine manners to be paradin' before her.

I'd have you know that.

She's a better woman nor any you'll be runnin' with this day, you little baggage, you!" "Mama, do you hear what he's calling me ?" complained Norah, hugging close to her mother's arm and pretending fear and dissatisfaction.
"Eddie! Eddie!" cautioned Mrs.Butler, pleading with her husband.

"You know he don't mean that, Norah, dear.