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Welcome to send me to sleep. Welcome to send me to sleep, the place to find relaxing stories for a good night's rest.

My name's Andrew. Thanks for joining me. Tonight I'll be reading Part 14, Chapter 17 and 18 of A Little Princess by Francis Hodgson

Bennett.

In the previous chapters, Sarah and Becky continue to enjoy their magically transformed attic,

which becomes cosier and more beautiful each night.

Miss Minchin grows suspicious when Sarah receives new, warm clothing and is put back in the schoolroom

and treat it with more respect, though Miss Minchin remains wary.

Grateful, Sarah writes a thank-you note to her unknown benefactor,

leaving it to be collected. That evening, she finds the Indian gentleman's monkey shivering outside,

and brings him in for the night. Now that we're caught up with the story so far,

let's get ourselves ready for sleep. Start by taking a deep, relaxing breath.

And settle your body in whatever way feels most comfortable.

Now let any thoughts of the day drift away from your mind

and simply follow the sound of my voice.

So let your eyes fall heavy and your bread soften as we settle in for a peaceful night's sleep. I'm I'm I'm I'm I'm I'm Chapter 17. It is the child.

The next afternoon, three members of the large family sat in the Indian gentleman's

library, doing their best to cheer him up.

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