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He spoke no word. He only rested his eye on his master's, as if, amid all Don Benito's distress, a little to refresh his spirit by the silent sight of fidelity. Presently the ship's bell sounded two o'clock; and through the cabin windows a slight rippling of the sea was discerned; and from the desired direction. "There," exclaimed Captain Delano, "I told you so, Don Benito, look!"
There they and the two wretched traitors Delano had inveigled to release them remained, like wild beasts shut up in a cage, much more dangerous, however, for they had the sentries' muskets, and perhaps other arms which might have been conveyed to them. They were, moreover, driven to desperation, and it therefore required great caution in dealing with them.
There was profound wisdom in the comment of Amasa Delano: "While the present natural, simple, and affectionate character prevails among these descendants of the mutineers, they will be delightful to our minds, they will be amiable and acceptable in the sight of God, and they will be useful and happy among themselves.
"Why not adjourn to the cuddy," said Captain Delano; "there is more air there." But the host sat silent and motionless. Meantime his servant knelt before him, with a large fan of feathers. And Francesco coming in on tiptoes, handed the negro a little cup of aromatic waters, with which at intervals he chafed his master's brow; smoothing the hair along the temples as a nurse does a child's.
After watching her countenance for an instant, he said, somewhat proudly: "You do not seem to receive my proposal very cordially, Mrs. Delano. Have you anything to object to my character or family?" "Certainly not," replied the lady. "My doubts are concerning my daughter." "Is she engaged, or partially engaged, to another?" he inquired. "She is not," rejoined Mrs.
Presently Captain Delano, intending to say something to his host concerning the pecuniary part of the business he had undertaken for him, especially since he was strictly accountable to his owners with reference to the new suit of sails, and other things of that sort; and naturally preferring to conduct such affairs in private, was desirous that the servant should withdraw; imagining that Don Benito for a few minutes could dispense with his attendance.
"By our country's woes and pains, By our sons in servile chains, We will drain our dearest veins, But they shall be free!" He emphasized the word shall, and brought his clenched hand down upon the table so forcibly, that the shade over the gas-light shook. In the midst of it, Mrs. Delano stole out of the room. She had a great respect and liking for Mr.
Somewhat annoyed by these conversational familiarities, Captain Delano turned curiously upon the attendant, then glanced inquiringly at his master; but, as if long wonted to these little informalities, neither master nor man seemed to understand him.
I offer, sure of your acquiescence, that we now forswear hypocritical philosophy and bigoted comment, permitting the story to finish itself in the dress of material allegations a medium more worthy, when held to the line, than the most laborious creations of the word-milliners . . . . . . easily among the wings with his patron, the great Del Delano.
Little Lila was shy, and soon ran away to take refuge in Mamita's chamber; but Rosen Blumen was full of wonder and delight that such a grand, beautiful lady was the Aunt Rosa of whom she had heard so much. "Mamita Lila has stayed away all this time, out of regard to our privacy," said Flora; "but now I am going to bring her." She soon returned, arm in arm with Mrs. Delano. Mr.
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