Things haven't gone quite as smoothly as I anticipated; but they might have been worse.

I _can_ save you, and _will_.

But, say we're friends." "You're not deceiving me!" said Thames, doubtfully.
"I am not, by Heaven!" replied Sheppard, firmly.
"Don't swear, Jack, or I shall distrust you.

I can't give you my hand; but you may take it." "Thank you! thank you!" faltered Jack, in a voice full of emotion.

"I'll soon free you from these bracelets." "You needn't trouble yourself," replied Thames.