I'm going!" she persisted, her eyes blazing with determination.
The boy whistled softly, studying her face.

Then he walked across the deck to Mr.Merrick.
"Patsy is rampant, sir," said he.

"She won't be denied.

Go and argue with her, please." "I _have_ argued," returned Uncle John weakly.
"Well, argue again." The little man cast a half frightened, half reproachful glance at his niece.
"Let's go and consult the doctor," he exclaimed, and together Uncle John and Ajo went below.
To their surprise, Gys supported Patsy's plea.
"He's a fine fellow, this Denton," said he, "and rather above the average soldier.

Moreover, his case is a pitiful one.