Aune.

I wanted to know if you’re still determined—firmly determined—to turn me adrift if the Indian Girl should not be ready for sea to-morrow?

Bernick.

What now? The ship will be ready for sea.

Aune.

Yes—she will. But supposing as she wasn’t—should I have to go?

Bernick.

Why ask such useless questions?

Aune.

I want to make quite sure, Consul. Just answer me: should I have to go?