It is not likely that a few days will make any difference.

But I will take measures to see that this Greek does not sail away from the Island at present, and will speak to the port master about it.

I will myself give the matter consideration, but as you have shown yourself so quick witted in following up the matter so far, I rely upon you more than myself to carry it farther.
There may possibly be some simple explanation of the matter.

He may come from an island where the Turks are masters, and has, perhaps, brought a message from some relatives of a slave; as to the talk with the prison officer, it may be wholly innocent.

If we should find that it is so we will keep this matter to ourselves, if possible, or we shall get finely laughed at by our comrades for having run upon a false scent.