How near were you ?" "Near as I am to you." "Were you hidden, or not ?" "I was hid." "Where ?" "Behind the elms that's on the edge of the grave." Injun Joe gave a barely perceptible start.
"Any one with you ?" "Yes, sir.

I went there with--" "Wait--wait a moment.

Never mind mentioning your companion's name.

We will produce him at the proper time.

Did you carry anything there with you." Tom hesitated and looked confused.
"Speak out, my boy--don't be diffident.