The boom restaurant and the club of the exiles were disposed of, Billy Isham began to come to the front, the filibustering expedition and Senora Estrada (with her torn calling card) had been introduced, and the expedition was ready to put to sea.
But here a new difficulty was encountered.
"What do I know about ships ?" Condy confessed to Blix.

"If Billy Isham is going to command a filibustering schooner, I've got to know something about a schooner--appear to, anyhow.

I've got to know nautical lingo, the real thing, you know.

I don't believe a REAL sailor ever in his life said 'belay there,' or 'avast.' We'll have to go out and see Captain Jack; get some more technical detail." This move was productive of the most delightful results.

Captain Jack was all on fire with interest the moment that Condy and Blix told him of the idea.
"An' you're going to put Billy Isham in a book.