But I have thought of this matter, and I propose to put you and your father on board of the Havana until after the danger is passed.

Be kind enough to get ready as soon as possible." Christy wrote his order, and hastened on deck with it.

Hailing the Havana, he ordered the prize-master to send a boat on board.

When it came the two passengers were embarked in it and the order sent.

The commander did not wait a moment to watch the receding form of the maiden, but immediately directed his attention to the steamer approaching the Vixen.
"Run for that steamer, Mr.Fillbrook," said he, after his first glance.
"Make the course east by north, Mr.Bangs," added the first lieutenant.
"East by north," repeated the quartermaster at the wheel when the order reached him.
"I have just been aloft, and she flies the Confederate flag, Captain Passford," said Mr.Fillbrook.