MAR. I will lead the expedition. I know the way. (Governor Claiborne shakes his head; walks back and forth.) I have seen the British in consultation with those pirates; seen them seated at the same table in feasting and good fellowship!
GOV. C. (starts.) Can you be sure?
MAR. I heard them discussing the capture of Louisiana; I heard and saw them drink to Success!
GOV. C. (walks about.) If it were not for your youth—your sex—
MAR. Ah, let me go. I have most cause to go.
GOV. C. You were on the ship—
MAR. Yes. Let me go.
GOV. C. Your brother—
MAR. Ah, there is no time to lose. Action is imperative. Write the order.
GOV. C. Pray heaven, I do not wrong you in doing so. (writes; Mariana takes the order.)