“Yes. So far his life has been one of repression and the severest discipline.”
“Yes, of course. Cut down; tied down, and his natural growth stopped. Consequently wild young shoots have thrust themselves out of his nature.”
“That is what I mean.”
“Quite right, my dear; then we will give him as much freedom as we can. You will give him a hint or two, though.”
“I will do everything I can, papa, to make him presentable.”
“Thank you, my dear. Yes, these boys will become great companions, I can see. Brave little fellow! I am very, very much pleased.”
The doctor forgot all about the broken branch, and Dexter’s spoiled suit of clothes, and Helen went to see whether the boy had obeyed the last command.