Lucky Sixpence

Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. My aunt answered grudgingly, not liking the business; but getting something for nothing was ever her desire, so she let it go on. The Egyptian said no more for a time, but studied my palm intently. Then on a sudden, I felt her start, and, dropping my hand, she took a peeled wand from her bosom and began draw ing strange figures in the sand at our feet, mur muring to herself the while. Finally she spoke in a low, monotonous voice.