Besides, you know, you told me that you never told stories; so when I heard that you said you didn't, I was quite sure about it." "Thank you, miss," Reuben said gratefully.

"I did not kill the dog.
I should never have thought of such a thing, though every one seemed against me." "Not every one, Reuben.

I didn't think so; and papa has told me, since, that he did not think so, and that he was afraid that he had made a mistake." "I am glad to hear that, miss," Reuben said.

"The squire had been very kind to me, and it has always grieved me, very much, that he should think me capable of such a thing.

I felt angry at the time, but I have not felt angry since I have thought it over quietly; for the case seems so strong against me that I don't see how the squire could have thought otherwise.
"Thank you, miss.