It was very dangerous , for a fall would have killed her ; but the danger was the fun , and Poppy hung out till her hands touched the ledge below , and her face was as red as any real poppy 's . She was enjoying herself in this way one day , when an old gentleman , who lived near , came home to dinner , and saw her . `` What in the world is that hanging out of the colonel 's upper window ? '' said he , putting on his spectacles . `` Bless my soul ! that child will kill herself . Hallo , there ! little girl ; get in this minute ! '' he called to Poppy , flourishing his hat to make her see him . `` What for ? '' answered Poppy , staring at him without moving an inch . `` You 'll fall , and break your neck ! '' screamed the old gentleman . `` Oh , no , I sha n't ! '' returned Poppy , much flattered by his interest , and hanging out still further . `` Stop that , instantly , or I 'll go in and inform the colonel ! '' roared the old gentleman , getting angry . `` I do n't care , '' shouted Poppy ; and she did n't , for she knew grandpa was n't at home . `` Little gipsy ! I 'll settle her , '' muttered the old man , bustling up to the steps , and ringing the bell , as if the house was on fire .
No one was in but the servants ; and , when he 'd told old Emily what the matter was , she went up to `` XXXXX '' Poppy .
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