Hercules released his hand with a laugh.
"It's only a small lesson, my friend. Do you want my money now?"
"Who are you?" asked the tramp, with the addition of an oath.
"I am Hercules, the strong man. You made a mistake when you tackled me."
"I'm off, then," said the tramp.
"Not quite yet. You need a further lesson."
So saying, Hercules seized the tramp suddenly, raised him aloft, threw him up in the air, and then hurled him to the distance of a couple of rods, where he lay stunned for a minute or two.
"Now clear out!" said Hercules sternly, as the rascal rose to his feet and limped off. "I would give you in charge if it were not too much trouble. Never let me set eyes on you again!"
"I won't if I can help it," muttered the tramp as he slunk away.
"Now, Robert, come down from the tree, and tell me all about yourself."