Having slept on the matter, he was prepared to advance the convict any sum up to thirty pounds that would enable him to acquire a boat capable of taking him away from the settlement.

Blood expressed his thanks becomingly, betraying no sign that he saw clearly into the true reason of the other's munificence.
"It's not money I'll require," said he, "but the boat itself.

For who will be selling me a boat and incurring the penalties in Governor Steed's proclamation?
Ye'll have read it, no doubt ?" Dr.Whacker's heavy face grew overcast.

Thoughtfully he rubbed his chin.
"I've read it--yes.

And I dare not procure the boat for you.