I had guessed that.

Nevertheless, I advise you, just now, to return to England and wait.

I have some knowledge of Captain Salt's movements; and when last your lad was heard of he had parted company with his father and was making for the coast.

I have some quickness in reading character; and there is a certain placid obstinacy in that young man which persuades me he will reach Harwich in time.

Return, therefore, and wait with what patience you may.
Moreover, Captain Barker, I perceive that you are recovering from some wound." "Which explains, sire, the tardiness of my submission.