“A new suit and pair of leather reins to play at horses with,” said Peter.
The boy played a lively tune, and before Anna could say “ready,” she found herself dressed in a fine new frock; while Peter had the reins in his hands, and a new suit of clothes with a great frill and a round hat.
They were as High Up in the Air as the Top of a Mountain
Then the boy said “Good-by,” and Peter and Anna went towards home.
“I will go this way,” said Peter.
“I will go that,” said Anna.
So they parted.
Anna, as she walked along, heard little feet behind her; and when she reached the steps leading to her home she looked round, and what was her surprise when she saw a large mouse dressed like a lady, with a parasol in its hand.