And what else did you tell him ?" "Nothing especial, Nino mio.

He went away in a sort of ill temper because I would not let him abuse you as much as he pleased." "He may abuse me and be welcome," said Nino.

"He has some right to be angry with me.

But he will think differently some day." So we chatted away for an hour, enjoying the rest and the peace and the sweet sunshine of the Easter afternoon.

But this was the day of interruptions.