BORROWING TROUBLE 299

 

“THE INTERVIEW ENDED SADLY.”

al!” But he flourished his bauble and jineled his bells as
he danced off—for was he not the court jester ?

Next, in despair, the brother and sister went in search
of their faithful nurse.

“Dear Catherine,” said they, “we have never had any
trouble. The contessa told my lord Leonardo that there was
enough in this world for all. Have you had yours?”

“Oh, yes, my darlings ; I have always had more trouble
than I want,” wailed the old woman, shaking her head.

“Oh, oh! Give us some! Give us some, good Catherine!”
eagerly exclaimed the prince and princess.

But Catherine lifted her hands in horror, and tottered
away, mumbling her prayers.

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