"It was no doubt an accident." Turning suddenly, he espied Pomp peering from behind a tree, with eyes and mouth wide open.

The little contraband essayed a hasty flight; but Mr.Morton, by a masterly flank movement, came upon him, and brought forward the captive kicking and struggling.
"Le' me go!" said Pomp.

"I ain't done noffin'!" "Didn't you fire a gun at this lady ?" "No," said Pomp boldly.

"Wish I may be killed ef I did!" "I know 'twas you--you--you imp!" exclaimed Mrs.Payson, in violent indignation.

"I seed you do it.