The difficulty of making up his mind was so great that he continued for some time to twist his fingers and move his feet uneasily in silence.
Mulroy observed the pirate's indecision, and, although he knew not its cause to the full extent, he was sufficiently acquainted with human nature to know that now was the moment to overcome the man, if he was to be overcome at all.
"Well, well," he said, carelessly; "I'm sorry to see you throw away your only chance.

As for the information you refuse to give.

I can do without it.

Perhaps I may find some of your late comrades when we make the island, who will stand witness against _you_.

That will do, my man; you may go.