He had, indeed, no shadow of authority remaining; and the work continued, night and day.

It was, however, as much as possible concealed from observation; but, search lights being suddenly turned upon the forts, at night, showed them to be swarming with men.
Things went on with comparative quiet till the 10th of June, although the attitude of the natives was so threatening that no Europeans left their houses, except on urgent business.

On that day, a sudden uproar was heard.

Pistols were fired, and the merchants closed their stores and barricaded their doors.
Gregory was in the harbour at the time and, jumping into his boat, rowed to the stairs and hurried home.

He found that his wife had already disguised herself, and was in readiness to leave.
The street was full of excited people.