By O. Henry
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(Part 2)

“I've known that for three days,” Johnsy said. “Didn't the doctor tell you?"

"Oh, I never heard of such a thing," said Sue. "What have old ivy leaves to do with your getting well? And you used to love that plant. Don't be silly. The doctor told me this morning that your chances for getting well real soon were -- let's see exactly what he said – he said the chances were ten to one! Try to eat some soup now. And let me go back to my drawing, so I can sell it...