The sail is in the boat, and the course is due east hence.

If the wind holds you should make the land by to morrow at noon.

Hasten, for your time is short.

There is a watch forward, and they may see you." He lashed the helm with a deft turn or two, and stood for a moment with his eyes on the sail.

The ship was heading due north, and Heidrek's two ships were some three miles ahead of us.