He discovers that she is an orphan and likewise takes her into his care .
Shortly after , Worthington is surprised by a twelve - year - old girl who goes by the nick - name - ' Little Scout ' who would visit the apiary nearly every day .
He discovers that girl is an girl and likewise takes girl into his care .
Shortly after , Worthington is surprised by a twelve - year - old girl who goes by the nick - name - ' Little Scout ' who would visit the apiary nearly every day .