It was only when disappointed there that they headed up north, seeking in desperation for some chance of crossing the border.

That ring of steel had so far well served its purpose.
I sent for Rooke, and put the matter before him.

He had thought it out for himself to the same end as we had.

His deduction was: "Let us keep the cordon, and watch for any signal from the Silent Tower.
The Turks will tire before we shall.

I undertake to watch the Turkish warship.