second man.

"God, and Mary, and Patrick, and Brigid be with
you," said the woman.

The ass, however, did not say a thing. As the word
"whoh" had not entered into the conversation he knew
it was none of his business, and so he turned to the right
on the new path and continued his journey.

"Where are you going to, stranger," said the first
man.

"I am going to visit Angus Og," replied the Philoso-
pher.

The man gave him a quick look.

"Well," said he, "that's the queerest story I ever
heard. Listen here," he called to the others, "this man
is looking for Angus Og."

The other man and woman came closer.

"What would you be wanting with Angus Og, Mister
Honey?" said the woman.

"Oh," replied the Philosopher, "it's a particular thing,
a family matter."