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A loud buzz of curiosity circulated among the domestics; some of whom especially the females leaned forward to obtain a peep at the culprit. "Si lence!" vociferated Charcam, laying great emphasis on the last syllable. "Were you present at the time of the robbery?" pursued Jonathan. "I was," answered Sheppard. "And will swear to it?" "I will." "Liar!" ejaculated Thames.
He turned his quid with the most serene composure, and continued: "And isn't it me myself that's been wrecked nine times already? and sure, poor fools are they that ever have put their trust in rafts or boats; sure and they found a wathery grave. Nay, nay; while the ould ship lasts, let's stick to her, says I." Having thus unburdened his mind he relapsed into si- lence, and soon went away.
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