Now come.

Do you think a quarrel with that crew is a serious thing to risk ?" "In the interests of civilisation," Captain Francis answered, with a smile, "I think not." "I don't care how you put it," Trent answered shortly.

"You soldiers all prate of the interests of civilisation.

Of course it's all rot.

You want the land--you want to rule, to plant a flag, and be called a patriot." Captain Francis laughed.