They thanked the Admiral eagerly for his intercession, and repaired to their homes.

From this time forward, having proved that he knew on earth what was passing in the heavens, they propitiated him with their gifts.

The supplies came in regularly, and from this time there was no longer any want of provisions.
But no tales of eclipses would keep the Spaniards quiet.

Another conspiracy was formed, as the eight remaining months of exile passed by, among the survivors.

They meant to seize the remaining canoes, and with them make their way to Hispaniola.