I gave him such poor assistance as I could, as I should give it to anyone who asked me.

He has been no burden upon me, for he has killed enough snakes for my food and his own." "You know not of what part he is a native ?" "Not at all; I asked him no questions.

It was no business of mine." "Could you form any idea from his speech ?" "His speech was ours.

It seemed to me that it was that of a native of the lower provinces." "Where is he now ?" "I know not." "You say that, at present, he is away." "Not seeing him in front, I thought he had gone out; for he comes and goes as he pleases.

He is not a hired servant, but a guest.