Yes, immediately. He is impressed with the idea that he will live until his arrival at home. At any rate, that is his request, and it shall be complied with if possible.
You seem to have perfect confidence in the wisdom of the old man. Do you intend to perform his last request and marry Cora?
My promise to a dying man is sacred. And as far as it is in my power, it shall be performed. I do not know what Cora’s feelings are. I have followed his advice for over twenty years, and shall not reject it now. If Cora is willing I shall make her my bride.
Cora had approached them unperceived, and on hearing Drake’s last remark, tapped him under the chin and said:
Then I shall be your bride. I do consent. I consented on the island, when you held me in your arms and thought I was another girl. I then thought that Walter had found a prize that belonged to another, and I asked you if you loved her, and you said “as a sister.” Now kiss me, and I will go and see my intended mother-in-law and Amy.
She skipped away like a young fawn, leaving Walter and Drake to perfect their plans.
I think, said Walter, that we had better consult the Captain.
The Captain was then informed of the plan to remove Cahoonshee to his home. He approved of the same, and ordered them to take what men and material they wanted to accomplish their object.
How long will you be gone? inquired the Captain.