human
No, dear, she said very gently,
gpt
I did not suspect you, but if ever you should meet with an accident, or yield to temptation to do some mischief, I hope you will come and tell me about it at once. You need not fear that I will be severe with you, for I love you very dearly, little Gracie.
human
Perhaps it was the cat knocked it off the bureau, mamma, said the child, speaking low and hesitatingly.
gpt
I've seen her jump up there several times.
human
Yes; so have I, and she must not be left alone in here any more.
gpt
Come, dear, I am quite ready to try this on. Violet said, holding up the collar.
human
There, it fits very nicely, as she put it on the child and gently smoothed it down over her shoulders.
gpt
But what is the matter, my darling?