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An it do seem a pity , too , since I have me new blue dress , for if ever I look lovely , I look lovely in blue . '' And she attacked the tea-leaves with a lagging broom . Mrs. Handsomebody , when dinner was over , fixed us with her cold grey eye , and said : `` Since you have proved yourselves utterly untrustworthy , you shall be locked in your bedroom , during my absence this afternoon . Mary Ellen , who will be engaged in cleaning the coal cellar , has been instructed to supply you with bread and milk at four o'clock . By exemplary behaviour today , you will ensure a return to your customary privileges tomorrow . '' The prison door was locked . The gaoler gone .