Only for fun, you know." "What do you mean, Hetty ?" "We were the old man and woman, Mr.and Mrs.Crawford.Indeed we were, and there are no such people.

And your uncle is neither married nor dead.

And your brother has not run away.

And your mother will be all right; and do not grieve any more, dear Miss Davis." Hetty put her arms round the governess's neck as she spoke, and laughed and sobbed together.

Miss Davis seemed quite stunned with the revelation.
"Are you sure you are not dreaming, Hetty?
I want a few moments to think it all over.