“But that is impossible,” said we.
“Can’t you believe me when I tell you so?” inquired he, angrily.
“We will go with you and see.”
On the way the conversation was resumed, thus:
“You are sure you left no hives open, nor anything sweet around?”
“Nothing of the kind.”
“When did the robbing commence?”
“In the morning.”
“Have you taken off your surplus honey yet?”
“Took it off this morning.”