"Kin he stan' agin Marse Berk?"
"Doan make no moan, honey, dere'll be bluddy murder an' suddin demise in der mawnin'."
CHAPTER II
Just before daybreak I was suddenly aroused by the violent movements of the Major, who occupied a room next to mine.
The bell-cord was pulled viciously for some moments, and this was followed by hoarse exclamations.
Finally someone answered the bell and knocked at the Major's door.
A deep grunt followed and the door was partly opened.
"Are yo' a Prince George nigger?" asked the Major, sleepily.