The horses ploughed their way slowly through the deep soft snow and as they went Hans kept turning to look at the sun , which lay at their backs . ` Is there anything behind you ? ' asked the minister . ` Or what is it you are always turning round for ? ' ' I turn round because I have no eyes in the back of my neck , ' said Hans . ` Cease talking nonsense , ' replied the minister , ` and give all your mind to getting us to the town before nightfall . ' Hans did not answer , but rode on steadily , though every now and then he cast a glance over his shoulder . When they arrived in the middle of the wood the sun sank altogether . Then Hans reined up his horse , took his knapsack , and jumped out of the sledge . ` What are you doing ? Are you mad ? ' asked the minister , but Hans answered quietly , ` The sun is set and my work is over , and I am going to camp here for the night . ' In vain the master prayed and threatened , and promised Hans a large reward if he would only drive him on . The young man was not to be moved . ` Are you not ashamed to urge me to break my word ? ' said he . ` If you want to reach the town to-night you must go alone . The hour of my freedom has struck , and I can not go with you . ' ` My good Hans , ' entreated the minister , ' I really ought not to leave you here . Consider what danger you would be in !
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