I promised, though I'd already told Margot. But I'm sure Margot won't pass it on.
“Oh no, Peter,” I said, “you don't have to worry about me. I've learned not to blab everything I hear.
I never repeat what you tell me.” He was glad to hear that.
I also told him what terrible gossips we are, and said, “Margot's quite right, of course, when she says I'm not being honest,
because as much as I want to stop gossiping, there's nothing I like better than discussing Mr. Dussel.”
“It's good that you admit it,” he said. He blushed, and his sincere compliment almost embarrassed me too.
Then we talked about “upstairs” and “downstairs” some more.
Peter was really rather surprised to hear that I don't like his parents.
“Peter,” I said, “you know I'm always honest, so why shouldn't I tell you this as well? We can see their faults too.”
I added, “Peter, I'd really like to help you. Will you let me?”
“You're caught in an awkward position, and I know, even though you don't say anything, that it upsets you.”
“Oh, your help is always welcome!” “Maybe it'd be better for you to talk to Father.”
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