“Because ye dinna gi’e fair play,” was the reply.
“Why,” said the minister, “what do you mean Will?”
“Ye should aloo question aboot,” returned Will.
This point was conceded by the minister, and Will, accordingly, appeared at the next diet.
“How many Gods are there, William?” the catechiser asked.
“There is but one only, the living and true God,” replied Will.
Mr. F. was proceeding with the next question, “How many persons,” etc., when he was interrupted with, “Na na, minister, a bargain’s a bargain; it’s my turn noo. How many deevils are there?”
“I really cannot tell,” replied the divine.
“Is that the gate o’ ye already?” exclaimed Will, and made off with himself as quickly as possible.