Let's forget it, shall we ?" "I can't," said Robin.

"Dicky's angry." He paused, then continued with an effort.

"He said I wasn't to come here, said--said he'd punish me if I did.

He called me back, and I wouldn't go.

He--" He suddenly broke off, and crept close to her like a frightened dog--"he's coming now!" he whispered.
The catch of the gate had clicked, and Columbus who had accepted Robin without question, bustled forward to investigate.
He came back almost immediately, wearing a satisfied look, and as he settled down again by Juliet's side, Green appeared on the path that led to the apple-trees.
Robin pressed closer to Juliet.