4/9 He might have stolen Mr.Crawford's money; that was the most that was likely to happen." "I didn't think there were highwaymen about here. Now I shall be worrying about you." "Don't do that mother; I don't feel in any danger. Still, if you think it best, I will carry a pistol." "No, no, Ben! it might go off and kill you. I would rather run the risk of a highwayman. I wonder if the man is prowling about in the neighborhood yet ?" "I don't think my bogus dollar will carry him very far. |