The end of the day was just awful. Belinda had so many dishes that she had no time even to try to cool her sore bottom off even a little. And she couldn't even cry or sob, because she tried her Best not to give anyone in the house any reason to guess that she's in pain.

In the evening Belinda served the meal. All the Bolton family gathered around the table. Belinda walked abound serving the food.

"Belinda, thank you very much!" James said "This meal is just perfect! You're looking so tired. Please, take a seat!" he picked at an empty chair.

Belinda looked at the boy angrily "Thank you Sir!" she said "But I still have many dishes to do!"