Mrs. Dolman was frightened now, and rushed for cold water. She bathed the child's forehead, and soon had the satisfaction of seeing her coming to again.
There was not a word of defiance from Diana now, and not a single utterance of reproach, but when she looked at Mrs. Dolman there was an expression in her black eyes from which this lady absolutely recoiled.
"Uncle William, I's hurted awfu'," whispered Diana. "Let me lie in your arms, p'ease, Uncle William."
And so she did for the rest of the morning, and the sermon never got written.
CHAPTER XIV.
DIANA'S REVENGE.
Diana had quite a nice time for the rest of the morning. Uncle William had not the least idea of sending her back to the schoolroom.
"It's very hot," he said, "and I feel sleepy. I dare say you do also."