I don't see but I've got to take care of ye.

'Sposin' we marry!" Mag raised her eyes, full of amazement, and uttered a sonorous "What ?" Jim felt abashed for a moment.

He knew well what were her objections.
"You's had trial of white folks any how.

They run off and left ye, and now none of 'em come near ye to see if you's dead or alive.

I's black outside, I know, but I's got a white heart inside.