Chapter 63

"I won't!" muttered Jack, feigning the sulks. "Apologize to her!" shouted Bobo. "Oh, I apologize," said Jack gracelessly. "That's no apology!" said Miriam. Jack sprang up and made a sweeping bow, one hand on his breast. "I humbly beg your ladyship's pardon," he said ironically. Miriam was almost ready to cry now. "Don't you see he's insulting me more than ever!" Bobo banged the table again. "You treat her with proper respect or I'll fire you!" "You don't dare fire me," said Jack threateningly. Miriam caught him …