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I have faith in you , you see , '' said the sheriff , trying to win back his good opinion by a bit of flattery . Mr. Farrington shrugged his shoulders . Turning to Fred , he told him to go to his work , and promised that at the appointed time he would accompany him to the trial . Of course Fred had to tell his parents at noon what had happened . They were alarmed at first at so grave a charge , but became calm , as they felt sure they could prove Fred was at home on the night of the fire . `` I think the tide will turn now , Fred , '' said his father . `` You have had more than your share of ill luck , but I am proud of you , that you stand up under fire like a man . ''