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“Mother said it is good for us to get fresh air. Besides, one cannot complain about receiving treats.” He glanced sideways at her. “And I know you are partial to peppermints, sister. You cannot deny that.”
He put his arm around her, rubbing her forearm to create warmth.
“Besides. I rather like our costumes, and we are not much older than the other children, you know.”
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“ People don’t give peppermints for this silly
holiday. They give chocolates and hard
candies, so I still have to wait until we’re
forced to visit our wretched family during
Christmas before I receive peppermints. “
She can’t win an argument against him, but she can pout until he
sympathizes with her and promises her something she wants.
“ I will be a lady next year in mother’s eyes.
I hardly think I should be running about
in the middle of the night dressed in a
costume asking people I don’t know for
candy and treats that will make me fat. “