'And the treasure, Edward,' said Francisco; 'I cannot take possession of it.'
'No, nor shall you either,' replied Edward; 'it belongs to the captors, and must be shared as prize-money. You will never touch one penny of it; but I shall, I trust, pocket a very fair proportion of it! However, keep this paper, as it is addressed to you.'
The admiral had been made acquainted with all the particulars of this eventful trial, and had sent a message to Edward, requesting that, as soon as he and his brother could make it convenient, he would be happy to see them at the Penn, as well as the daughter of the Spanish governor, whom he must consider as being under his protection during the time that she remained at Port Royal. This offer was gladly accepted by Clara; and on the second day after the trial they proceeded up to the Penn. Clara and Francisco were introduced, and apartments and suitable attendance provided for the former.
'Templemore,' said the admiral, 'I'm afraid I must send you away to Porto Rico, to assure the governor of his daughter's safety.'
'I would rather you would send some one else, sir, and I'll assure her happiness in the meantime.'
'What! by marrying her? Humph! you've a good opinion of yourself! Wait till you're a captain, sir.'
'I hope I shall not have to wait long, sir,' replied Edward demurely.
'Captain Templemore, I wish you joy!'