going upstairs. while mr.tom was waiting, he opened the door of the children's room.
'it's all right , children , he said. i will make sure your father will not be angry with you . well Loiusa , that 's worth a kiss ,is not it ?
you can take one , Mr.tom had gone , she was still rubbing her face where he had kissed her .
what are you doing Tom ? asked her brother , sullenly . you will rub a hole in your face .
you can cut the piece out with a knife, Tom , if you like , she replied . i will not cry.