“I know nothing, Francis; I asked no questions.”
“Asked nothing! on your word of honour?”
“I have not asked two words, Francis. I did not ask, because I did not want to hear anything.”
“Forsooth! You have shown more self-control than I thought a man capable of.”
“Are the women so much our superiors in this respect?”
“If it be necessary, we can keep quiet.”
Chapter XIX.
The Captain made his appearance, and put an end to our conversation, without for a moment being aware how unwelcome his presence was to me. I could scarcely give a civil answer to his question—
“Slept well, Jonker?”