per·suade- cause (someone) to do something through reasoning or argument.

rob-take property unlawfully from (a person or place) by force or threat of force.

dig-make (a hole, grave, etc.) by breaking up and moving earth.

val·u·a·ble-a thing that is of great worth, especially a small item of personal property.

Pile-a thing that is of great worth, especially a small item of personal property.

startled-feeling or showing sudden shock or alarm.

mud·dy-covered in or full of mud.

hast·i·ly-with excessive speed or urgency; hurriedly.

flee-run away from a place or situation of danger.

groan-make a deep inarticulate sound in response to pain or despair.

faint·ly-in a faint manner; indistinctly.

leap-jump or spring a long way, to a great height, or with great force.

em·bar·rassed-feeling or showing embarrassment.

fu·gi·tive-a person who has escaped from a place or is in hiding, especially to avoid arrest or persecution.

pre·dic·a·ment-a difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation.

ri·dic·u·lous-deserving or inviting derision or mockery; absurd.