The Boar-Pig

 


“Is there any way out of this garden except through the paddock where the pig is?” 

“I always go over the wall, by way of the plum tree,” said Matilda. 

“Dressed as we are we could hardly do that,” said Mrs. Stossen; it was difficult to imagine her doing it in any costume. “Do you think you could go and get someone who would drive the pig away?” asked Miss Stossen. 

“I promised my aunt I would stay here till five o’clock; it’s not four yet.” 

“I am sure, under the circumstances, your aunt would permit—” 

“My conscience would not permit,” said Matilda with cold dignity. 

“We can’t stay here till five o’clock,” exclaimed Mrs. Stossen with growing exasperation.


The Boar-Pig By Saki (H. H. Munro) (1870–1916) Art by Copilot

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