She did so, and sat down under the tree, wondering what was coming next.
Presently up hopped four hares, and sat down in front of her.
“Well,” said she.
“Well,” said they.
“It is a fine day,” said Tina, not knowing exactly what to say.
The hares looked at each other as much as to say, “She is very silly.”
“Of course it is a fine day,” said one of them. “Did you think we couldn’t see?”
“No,” said Tina, “I only wanted to be polite.”
“Oh,” said the hare, “I’m glad I know.”
