He would be afraid of being arrested." At that very moment the tramp was in Ben's kitchen, but of that Ben had no idea.
"I don't know what I should do if I met him," said Rose.

"You see I came alone.

Aunt couldn't come with me, and uncle, being a minister, doesn't care for such things." "Then I hope you'll let me see you home," said Ben gallantly.
"I wouldn't like to trouble you," said Rose, with a spice of coquetry.
"It will take you out of your way." "I don't mind that," said Ben eagerly.
"Besides there won't be any need.

You say the tramp isn't in the village." "On second thoughts, I think it very likely he is," said Ben.
"If you really think so--" commenced Rose, with cunning hesitation.
"I feel quite sure of it.

He's a terrible looking fellow." Rose smiled to herself.