One morning before class, when I was running into the classroom, I knocked over the ink bottle on the teachers desk, and the red ink spilt ① on the desk. I was sure I would be scolded by the teacher. Just at that moment the bell rang and I went to my seat.
Stand up! our monitor said loudly. I stood up and my legs were trembling.
Who knocked over the ink bottle? Miss Ye, the teacher, asked. I kept silent. Many eyes were fixed upon me. Miss Ye walked to me and asked in a low voice,Did you do it?
No, no, I didnt, I said hurriedly②. My face turned red at once. I didnt know why I had told a lie.
OK, I believe you. She patted me on the head and then began teaching.
I felt very sorry. I knew I was wrong. So I went to see Miss Ye in the afternoon.
Im sorry, Miss Ye, I said. This morning I told a lie.
I saw the whole thing through the window when I was outside the classroom, she said. But I didnt scold you. I knew you would come to tell me the truth because I believe you are an honest girl.
I dropped my head without saying a word.
Im happy that you have come, she continued. You havent made me disappointed.
When I heard these words, tears filled my eyes.