Is that real plain and understandable, or shall I write it down ?" There was an icy clearness in the captain's tone which seemed to freeze further conversation on the part of Mr.Smith.He merely grunted and ate his breakfast in silence.

He ate a great deal and ate it rapidly.
Bos'n departed for school when the meal was over.

Captain Cy helped her on with her coat and hood.

Then, as he always did of late, he kissed her good-by.
"Hi!" called Mr.Smith from the sitting room.

"Ain't I in on that?
If there's any kisses goin' I want to take a hand before the deal's over." "Must I ?" whispered Bos'n pleadingly.