He made certain that nobody was near the window to overhear, and then kicked against the door to attract the attention of the caballeros.
“Audre!” he called, in a guarded voice.
There was silence for a moment, and then he heard a whisper from the other side of the door.
“Sí?”
“I have another chance, Audre. The señorita has cut my bonds and given me a dagger. It is a poor weapon, but better than none. It would avail us nothing for me to let you out if I could, for the pirates greatly outnumber us. But I can try to escape and ride to San Diego de Alcála for troopers.”
“Good, Diego, my friend!”
“I know not what may happen before I am able to return. Ramón is in the camp and up to some sort of deviltry. But, should you escape, look to the señorita!”
“Be assured of that!” Don Audre replied.
“If I can do so, when I escape I’ll take her with me. If not, I’ll return with the troopers as swiftly as possible. The saints be with you!”