10/23 Sam, there is an old spade leaning against the cabin wall--go over and get it." "Ah ain't goin' fer ter tetch no daid man, sah." "I'll attend to that; all you need do is dig. Over there at the edge of the wood will answer, and we shall have to place all three in one grave--we can do no more." He started on his mission reluctantly enough, glancing constantly backward over his shoulder to insure himself of our presence, and carefully avoiding any approach to the open door. "Can I not be of some help ?" "I think not; I can get along very nicely. It is not a pleasant sight inside. Here is the best place for you, as it might not be safe for you to go any further away. |