"Well, you will soon see the proofs that the pumpkins came from my farm; and you will see them without moving from this place."
Buscabeatas' words astonished the spectators, but he dropped on the ground a package which he had been carrying in his hand. Then he knelt down and calmly began to untie the knots in the handkerchief which was round the package.
"What is he going to take out?" everybody asked with astonishment. At the same time another curious spectator joined the crowd, and seeing him, the merchant exclaimed, "I am glad you are here, Fulano! This man says that these pumpkins, which you sold me last night, were stolen. You can explain..."