Short Fiction by O. Henry

A Conditional Pardon

Words you’ll meet in this part (10)
runaway
A person who has fled or escaped, often from home or authority.
knelt
Past tense and past participle of kneel, meaning to rest on one's knees.
wedded
Married or united in marriage.
trembling
Shaking involuntarily, typically due to fear, cold, or weakness.
lad
A boy or young man (informal).
provisions
Supplies of food, drink, or equipment, especially for a journey.
bureau
An office or organization for specific tasks.
inquiry
A request for information or an official investigation.
growler
A container, typically made of metal, used for carrying beer.
rye
A cereal grain used for flour, bread, and whiskey.

Short Fiction by O. Henry 10 new words

A Conditional Pardon

The couple had just returned, and she at the old man’s feet and begged forgiveness.

“Yes, forgive us,” cried the newly husband. “Forgive me for taking her away from you, but see, I have brought her back.”

“Yes,” said the old man, his voice with emotion, “you have brought her back. You have brought her back. Bat that is not all, ; you have brought her back, but you have also brought the part of her that eats . I will forgive you for fifty dollars per month, lights and washing extra.”

It is but justice to the Pension at Washington to state that they have not yet granted the pension claimed by a man who was wounded in the late unpleasantness by the accidental discharge of his duty.

A careful has revealed the fact that Samson was the first man who rushed the .

Better blow your own horn than one you haven’t paid for.

If your offend you, buy a better quality.

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