I told her where the door was, because I knew she would keep the secret.
Colin held out his hand to her.
I've wanted to see you for a long time, he said.
Dear boy! Susan Sowerby whispered, holding his hand.
You're so like your mother!
Do you think, asked Colin carefully, that will make my father like me?
I'm sure it will, she answered warmly.
He must see you —he must come home now.
You see how healthy the boy is, Susan? asked old Ben.
Look how strong and straight his legs are now!
Yes, she laughed.
Playing and working outside, and eating good Yorkshire food, has made him strong.
And Miss Mary too, she added,turning to Mary.
Mrs Medlock heard that your mother was a pretty woman.
You'll soon be as pretty as she was.