Chapter 43 THE SADDEST STORY OF ALL 43

BUT IT HAS A HAPPY END

Children-come close. Let us hold hands and gather round the fire. This story must be told in the twilight, while the room is all dark except for the dim glow of the coals. Then, if a few tears do run down our cheeks-no one will see them. And presently the lamp will come in, the darkness will vanish, and the story will end