Little Frank never had that scared animal look, more like just a wild animal getting into mischief, so instead of the sarcastic remark she'd have reserved for her brother Mattie kneels down so she's more on his level.

"There is no need to ask my pardon, it is not my kitchen. Though I do think the people it does belong to expect to see it used, else they would not have left it here for us. Are you looking for something?"