`` no , ancient one , '' she replied , `` as a matter of fact , i did n't . to make a small pun , mum 's the word . '' the good news was that it wasnt running so swift and strong . his intelligent eyes searched my face as if i might already know the answer to his question . whats that bag that smells so good ? `` what would that prove to anyone ? '' i just had it planned out for tonight , not this morning . 