“I will stay with thee,” said Sensel.
“And I,” added Hellen.
“I will stay alone. Your duty is with those on this galley. Hellen, call to mind that thy mother looketh for thee and Æole.”
“She looketh for thee, likewise.”
“I will come.”
Hellen, of his impatience, turned away. He dared not speak.
“Sensel, thou wilt aid Hellen in caring for Æole, Electra, and the queen. Further, forget not to take in water at that fifth island. It is fine.”
Fierce was Hellen’s tone. “Father, if thou goest, I go also. I will share thy watch!”
“Nay, I will share it,” urged Sensel. “I came with him. I stay with him to the end!”
“Thou art not his son!”