"I'll not conceal from you that you take a certain risk in going to Ringan.

Ye need not tell me your business, but it should be a grave one to take you down to the Carolina keys.

There's time to draw back, if ye want; but you've brought me the master word, and I'm bound to set you on the road.

Just one word to ye, Mr.Garvald.Keep a stout face whatever you see, for Ringan has a weakness for a bold man.

Be here the morn at sunrise, and if ye're wise bring no weapon.