He never before had seen a study from any of his chickens.

He stood staring.

When he turned his face toward them it was transfigured with delight.
"You see!" he exclaimed, and began gazing again.

"Oh, me Little Chicken!" he cried.

"Oh me ilegant Little Chicken! I'd be giving all me money in the bank for you!" Then he thought of the Angel's muff and Mrs.Duncan's hat, and added, "or at least, all but what I'm needing bad for something else.