"Daddy," after a moment of thought, Little Hutchinson tugged on Glenn Hutchinson's finger, attempting to attract his attention. Only when Glenn Hutchinson lowered his gaze to look at him did he confidently begin to 'tattle', declaring loudly, "Daddy, the old lady was just bullying mommy."
Heh!
The old lady?!
Merry Otiz was so furious that her eyebrows twitched constantly, wishing she could teach this detestable child a lesson.
Here, Helen Wright and Benjamin Murphy exchanged a subconscious glance, seemingly rather surprised. First, they were surprised by the child's sudden 'tattling', and then, by the child's easy acceptance of Flossie Wright, the way he blurted out "mommy" didn't seem like it was the first time.
As for Flossie Wright, the "mommy" in question, she couldn't help but conceal the trace of surprise in her eyes. She scrutinized the innocent little boy, finding the situation both amusing and frustrating.
This child really was a quick learner...
