The Cold Shoulder

"Yes, you are right," Milton replied, and nodded. "Clara, you've really grown up. You are so mature now. I shouldn't have kept it from you, and I promise it won't happen again."

Clara gave a playful huff, showing her rare girlish side. "Alright, I'll let it slide this time. But if you do it again, I'll really get mad at you, Grandpa."

Milton grinned widely. "Okay, I'll do whatever you say, Clara."