“The 'ump.”
He shook his head and grinned; as he looked at her the grin broadened.
“So I didn't shock your head off, either!” exclaimed Missy.
“Not likely. I thought it was splendid myself.”
“Then why did you look so glum just now?”
“Missy, I didn't——”
“You did! I thought you'd caught the 'ump from 'Arry. I believe you have. You're looking as glum as ever again!”
It was true. But he said:
“Missy, I don't feel a bit glum.”
“No?”