"I know not what country they were of, but besides the Greeks, there were two men who seemed leaders; one was called Signor Toro, the other was named Hunston."
"How many were there in all?"
"Three Greeks besides the two foreigners."
"Do you know any thing of the haunts of these brigands, friend goatherd?"
"Aye, well. But till now I have never dreamt of betraying them, for they never before molested me."
"Lead me to their den."
"You, signer? Why, they are at least five in number, and you are but—"
"But an Englishman! that makes all the difference, friend goatherd, so pray lead on. Here, take a drink from my flask first."
The old man accepted the proffered drink, and then said—
"Well, signor, it is a desperate and dangerous undertaking; but I know you English can do almost any thing, so I will show you the way. And if it comes to a fight, I shall be at your elbow, signor."