"It would have been sacrificing his country to his fraternal feelings.

This is not a Confederate vessel, and is not intended as a war steamer," argued Lonley.
"Every pound of cotton my uncle sells is so much strength added to the cause he advocates; and I hope, with no unkind thoughts or feelings in regard to him, I shall be able to capture every vessel he sends out.
That is my view of the matter, and I am just as strong on my side of the question as Uncle Homer is on his side.

I would cut off my right hand before I would allow your vessel or any other to escape, for I have sworn allegiance to my government, and when I fail to do my duty at any sacrifice of personal feeling, it will be when I have lost my mind; and my uncle would do as much for his fractional government.

We need not discuss such a subject as you suggest, captain." Captain Lonley said no more, and retired to his cabin.

Christy was ready for the next question in order.