10/11 I only hope he won't smash de lamp an' set de house a-fire." "Veil, veil; I've missed him zee tence time. Have at you vonce more, you aggravating leetle zing!" Thus the unsuccessful man relieved his feelings, in a growling tone, as he continued to move about on tip-toe, rattling the bamboo flooring in spite of his careful efforts to move quietly. "I have tried my best to make no noice, but zee bamboo floor is--hah! I have 'im at last!" "What is it ?" asked Nigel, becoming interested. |