"But, you see, you didn't do anything but whisper—"
"And blubber. It isn't a pretty word, but I have it on good authority."
"I'll commit suicide by any method you select."
She regarded thoughtfully her downcast victim, and found him good to look at. "So you prefer me in this form, do you?" she taunted.
"Infinitely. It couldn't be improved on. So if you've any more lightning changes up your sleeve, don't spring 'em. What does this particular manifestation of your personality call itself."
"Little Miss Grouch."
"Don't be vengeful."
"Niobe, then."
"That was the changeling."
"At any rate, it isn't Amy, short for amiability. To you I shall continue to be Little Miss Grouch until further notice."