"Why did you give that dollar to him?"
"He told me to."
"Suppose he did; is he your guardian or am I?"
"You are, Uncle Aaron."
"I'm glad you are willing to admit it. Then why did you give him the dollar?"
"Because his mother gave it to me. If you had given it to me, I wouldn't have done it."
"You'll have to wait a good while before I give you a dollar."
Sam was of the same opinion himself, but did not think it wise to say so.
"You deserve to be punished for what you have done," said his uncle, severely.
"I wish I were as strong and brave as Bob," thought Sam. "I don't see how he dares to stand up before Uncle Aaron and defy him. He makes me tremble."