"In this emergency we can't do as we would.

_We_ are all white, and if we can get a few miles from here, we shall have no further trouble.

But if we had a negro with us, it would lead to questions, perhaps.

Besides, we haven't time to disguise her and instruct her how to perform her part.

The Signor will be a good friend to her; and as soon as we can earn some money, we will send and buy her." "But where can we go when we get to the North ?" asked Rosa.
"I will tell you," said Floracita.