"Which they will do. Yes."
"And when all are assembled, to oppose any force sent against us?"
"Yes."
"And if we conquer, then—"
"Then the Republic,—Commonwealth,—anything you choose—at any rate, freedom."
"It is a desperate plan."
"We are desperate men."
"Yes," Havisham said thoughtfully: "it is the best chance for that escape of which we all dream, and which two of our number, I see, have attempted in vain. I had set to-morrow night for my own attempt. This promises better."
"Yea," said Porringer, "the stars in their courses fight against the refugee! Four times have I tried, to be retaken, and handled, as you see. Twice has this man tried and failed. And the murderer of Robert Godwyn failed."
"That remains to be seen," said Trail. "Roach has broken gaol."