I have nothing more to say," replied Mr.Birdwing as he rose and left the cabin, followed by Christy and the detective.
"I found ten heavy guns and a large quantity of ammunition at the bottom of the hold," reported Mr.Carlin, as his superior appeared on deck, and handed back the shipping-list of the vessel.

"The three engineers appear to be Englishmen, and so declare themselves.

I find six Americans among the crew, who are provided with protections, and they all desire to enlist in the navy.

The rest of the crew are of all nations." "Let the six men with protections man the first cutter.

You will remain on board of the Ionian, Mr.Carlin, till orders come to you from the captain," said the first lieutenant.