That was on Monday." "And to-day's Thursday.

You have been three days without bite or sup." "It is too long," said he.

"Twice before I have been for two days, but never quite so long as this.

Well, I shall leave my boat here, and see whether I can get lodgings in any of these little grey houses upon the hillsides.

Why is that great fire burning over yonder ?" "It is one of our neighbours who has served against the French.