Hello, Aunt Jane, said Benny, going over to the bed. I'm Benny. And aren't you a cute little lady!Aunt Jane was taken by surprise. She almost smiled. And I suppose you are Henry, she said.Yes. We are sorry you are sick, Henry answered. He hardly knew what to say to this strange woman.Who said I was sick? asked Aunt Jane. Well, you certainly don't look like your grandfather.No, I'm afraid not, said Henry.No need to be afraid about that, answered Aunt Jane. I'm glad you don't look like him.
by Gertrude Chandler Warner
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Benny approaches his Aunt Jane with a cheerful greeting, introducing himself and commenting on her charm. Aunt Jane seems surprised by his friendliness and plays along, anticipating that Henry, Benny's companion, is also here to visit her. Henry feels uneasy and struggles to find the right words while addressing the unusual situation of meeting his aunt.

Aunt Jane questions why Henry thinks she is sick, prompting a moment of confusion since he doesn't recognize her at first. Despite his awkwardness, she reassures him that there is no need for concern, expressing relief that he does not resemble his grandfather. This exchange reveals the unfamiliar yet warm dynamic between the characters as they navigate their familial connections.

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