He is not a dog, he is a lamb, and most affectionate." "It is an evil beast," observed the sailor, looking at Nino.

"I am afraid." "What do you desire ?" inquired Padre Francesco politely.

"Is it water that you wish ?" "As a favour," answered the man, seeing that the dog did not fly at him.
"A little water to drink.

We have been pulling all day; it is hot, and we have drunk what we had." "Come with me," said Padre Francesco.

"Where is your vessel ?" "At Fiumicino.