"I have you in my power," hissed Cervera, with a vicious display of satisfaction.
"Ah! that's different," said Nick.
"How different?"
"That you have me in your power remains to be demonstrated."
"Are we not alone here, you fool?"
"Yes, very much alone."
"And you helpless?"
"Apparently."
"If I wish, Nick Carter, I can kill you."
"Then pray don't wish it," said Nick. "I am still too young to be heartlessly slain, even by so beautiful and accomplished a woman."