anna maria was about to argue the point , when all at once there began to be other sounds up above -- the rasping noise of a saw ; and the noise of a little dog , scratching and yelping ! the rats dropped the rolling - pin , and listened attentively . " we are discovered and interrupted , anna maria ; let us collect our property,--and other people's,--and depart at once . " " i fear that we shall be obliged to leave this pudding . " " but i am persuaded that the knots would have proved indigestible , whatever you may urge to the contrary . " " come away at once and help me to tie up some mutton bones in a counterpane , " said anna maria . " i have got half a smoked ham hidden in the chimney . "
half a smoked ham .
what is hidden in the chimney ?
what is hidden in the chimney ?