Stuffy displeased her because he did not eat tidily , and George tried hard not to gobble , that he might not disgust the dainty little lady opposite . Ned was banished from court in utter disgrace when he was discovered tormenting some unhappy field-mice . Goldilocks could never forget the sad spectacle , and retired behind her veil when he approached , waving him away with an imperious little hand , and crying , in a tone of mingled grief and anger , `` No , I tar n't love him ; he tut the poor mouses ' little tails off , and they queeked ! '' Daisy promptly abdicated when Bess came , and took the humble post of chief cook , while Nan was first maid of honor ; Emil was chancellor of the exchequer , and spent the public monies lavishly in getting up spectacles that cost whole ninepences . Franz was prime minister , and directed her affairs of state , planned royal progresses through the kingdom , and kept foreign powers in order . Demi was her philosopher , and fared much better than such gentlemen usually do among crowned heads . Dan was her standing army , and defended her territories gallantly ; Tommy was court fool , and Nat a tuneful Rizzio to this innocent little Mary . Uncle Fritz and Aunt Jo enjoyed this peaceful episode , and looked on at the pretty play in which the young folk unconsciously imitated their elders , without adding the tragedy that is so apt to spoil the dramas acted on the larger stage . `` They teach us quite as much as we teach them , '' said Mr. Bhaer . `` Bless the dears ! they never guess how many hints they give us as to the best way of managing them , '' answered Mrs. Jo . `` I think you were right about the good effect of having girls among the boys . Nan has stirred up Daisy , and Bess is teaching the little bears how to behave better than we can . If this reformation goes on as it has begun , I shall soon feel like Dr. Blimber with his model young gentlemen , '' said Professor , laughing , as he saw Tommy not only remove his own hat , but knock off Ned 's also , as they entered the hall where the Princess was taking a ride on the rocking-horse , attended by Rob and Teddy astride of chairs , and playing gallant knights to the best of their ability . `` You will never be a Blimber , Fritz , you could n't do it if you tried ; and our boys will never submit to the forcing process of that famous hot-bed . No fear that they will be too elegant : American boys like liberty too well . But good manners they can not fail to have , if we give them the kindly spirit that shines through the simplest demeanor , making it courteous and cordial , like yours , my dear old boy . '' `` Tut ! tut ! we will not compliment ; for if I begin you will run away , and I have a wish to enjoy this happy half hour to the end ; '' yet Mr. Bhaer looked pleased with the compliment , for it was true , and Mrs. Jo felt that she had received the best her husband could give her , by saying that he found his truest rest and happiness in her society .
`` To return to the children : I have just had another proof of Goldilocks ' good influence , '' said Mrs. XXXXX , drawing her chair nearer the sofa , where the Professor lay resting after a long day 's work in his various gardens .
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