As she struggled with her bushy, obstinate locks, perspiration beading her forehead, she heard light running feet in the downstairs hall and knew that Melanie was home from the hospital.

• 她正在跟自己那把又密又顽固的头发斗争，额头上冒出了许多汗珠，这时忽然听到楼下穿堂里响起轻快的脚步声，便知道是媚兰从医院回来了。