"Aha!" she cheerily exclaimed, as she placed the tray and its contents upon the table by the side of the bed, "it is easy to see that the Senor is better; his eyes are brighter; the long sleep has done him good.  And now he needs only plenty of nourishing food and careful nursing to set him again upon his feet.  Teresita tells me that you are hungry, Senor-- which is another good sign.  Do you think you could take a little broth, Senor?"