"And as sure," said Julian, "as sure as hell, sir, your life's blood or that of your kin shall one day pay for this! To-night we are helpless. What is your wish?"
"My father's wish is that you go to your stateroom and berths and keep your word of honor given to him."
"That, sir, is what we were doing when a hired ruffian——"
"Never mind the hired ruffian. Charge that to me."
"Oh, sir, it is charged!" said the two. "And the charge will be collected!" They went their way.
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