William
enticed the fowls down to it with some more split peas, and then walked
away.
"Now, sir, the creatures will soon find their way in; and by and by,
when I have time, I'll make a door to the entrance."
"And now," said William, "I think we had better roll up the canvas of
the tents; we have had a splendid day, and may not be so fortunate
to-morrow."
"Very true; we will get them housed, and stow them away under the
bed-places; there is plenty of room." By the time that they had folded
up the canvas, and William had brought in Nanny and the kids, the sun
had set, and they went into the house. Ready was requested to go on
with his history, which he did as follows:--
"I said last night that I determined to run away from school and go to
sea, but I did not tell you how I managed it. I had no chance of
getting out of the school unperceived, except after the boys were all
put to bed. The room that I slept in was at the top of the house - the
doors I knew were all locked; but there was a trap-door which led out
on the roof, fastened by a bolt inside, and a ladder leading up to it;
and I determined that I would make my escape by that way. As soon as
all the other boys were fast asleep, I arose and dressed myself very
quietly, and then left the room.
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