We learn not to meddle in these matters.

But I think no harm will come to you--I'm sure not, from the care the gentlemen used regarding you.

Please don't make it hard for me." The boat was now alongside the dock at the river settlement, and there was some stir at the gangway as room was made for the reception of additional passengers.

As they looked over the rail they discovered these to be made up of a somewhat singular group.
Two or three roughly dressed men were guarding as many prisoners.
Of the latter, two were coal black negroes.

The third was a young woman apparently of white blood, of comely features and of composed bearing in spite of her situation.