If we proceed, we shall drown ourselves, instead of blowing up our foes.

And even if we should escape, were the powder stowed for one day in that damp place, it would never explode.

We have failed, and must take measures accordingly." "I entirely concur with you, my son," replied Garnet; "we must abandon our present plan.

But do not let us be disheartened.

Perhaps at this very moment Heaven is preparing for us a victory by some unlooked-for means." "It may be so," replied Catesby, with a look of incredulity.
As he spoke, an extraordinary noise, like a shower of falling stones, was heard overhead.