All our fraternity are afraid of him; but _I_ laugh at his threats.

He daren't quarrel with me: and if he does, let him look to himself.

I've my own reasons for disliking this job." "Well, you know I always act under your orders, Captain," returned Blueskin; "and if you give the word to retreat, I shall obey, of course: but I know what Edgeworth Bess will say when we go home empty-handed." "Why what will she say ?" inquired Sheppard.
"That we were afraid," replied the other; "but never mind her." "Ay; but I do mind her," cried Jack upon whom his comrade's observation had produced the desired effect.

"We'll do it." "That's right, Captain," rejoined Blueskin.

"You pledged yourself to Mr.Wild--" "I did," interrupted Jack; "and I never yet broke an engagement.