You kids haven't been touching these, have you? asked Dr. Snood.No, we-- Henry began.Make sure you don't, said Dr. Snood in a stern voice. And make sure the lid on that coffin stays closed.Of course-- said Jesse. Before she could say any more, he walked out.The Aldens stood still for a moment, stunned by Dr. Snood's harsh behavior.At last Jessie said, I don't know which was stranger: the way he was looking at those artifacts or the way he just spoke to us.The Mystery of the Mummy's Curse
Dr. Snood questions the Alden children about whether they've been handling certain artifacts, stressing the importance of keeping the coffin lid closed. His stern tone catches them off guard, especially after his abrupt departure, leaving the children silent and shocked by his demeanor.
Jesse reflects on the experience, noting that both Dr. Snood's intense gaze towards the artifacts and his harsh words were unusual. The children are left puzzled by the encounter, sensing an underlying mystery related to Dr. Snood and the artifacts, particularly the coffin.