The Happy Hollisters and the Mystery of the Little Mermaid

The Happy Hollisters and the Mystery of the Little Mermaid — page 9
Oh I’m afraid something may Mrs Hollister said worriedly as Sue took the mermaid Just then the plane circling to approach Copenhagen hit a small air pocket Dipping slightly the aircraft bounced enough to throw Sue off balance and toss the figurine into the air The Hollisters cried out in consternation and Miss Petersen drew in her breath sharply All seemed to be alarmed except Sue As the mermaid fell she caught it neatly in her chubby hands There she didn’t get hurted a bit the little girl said dimpling Ricky laughed She’s a flying mermaid instead of a swimming one Good catch Sue As Sue was about to return the figurine to Miss Petersen the bearded man left his seat and asked in a low husky voice May I see it too Yes Miss Petersen replied but I’d prefer showing her in the case She put the Little Mermaid back into the velvet lined box and handed it to the man who was holding out his left hand His right one was still in his pocket Instead of looking at the figure there he carried the box to his seat and sat down for several seconds Then the others heard the case snap shut The stranger arose came back and handed the box to Miss Petersen Thank you It is very fine workmanship he commented Miss Petersen explained that Copenhagen was noted for its great works of art and especially for its intricate porcelain and silver craftsmanship 12