He seemed dead to every passion but revenge; forgot his affection to his old friends and, instead of complying with the request they made, furiously brandished his sword at the governor, and called aloud for his hatchet to dispatch the unhappy victim of his barbarity.

Matters now wore a serious aspect.

The other Indians appeared under the control of Baneelon and had begun to arm and prepare their spears, as if determined to support him in his violence.
Farther delay might have been attended with danger.

The 'Supply' was therefore immediately hailed, and an armed boat ordered to be sent on shore.

Luckily, those on board the ship had already observed the commotion and a boat was ready, into which captain Ball, with several of his people stepped, armed with musquets, and put off.