"I am terribly alarmed. All Mr. Waterford's looks and, actions convince me that he means mischief."
"I know he does; he has fully satisfied me on that point. But will you leave the whole matter to me?"
"Yes; but do be very cautious."
"I shall go on shore with him."
"Then he may leave you there."
"No; he cannot do that. I will watch him; and I can swim off to the boat before he can hoist the jib and get under way. Trust me, Miss Collingsby."
"I do trust you; but he may deceive you."
"He will if he can. I cannot afford to be left here, for I have business with Mr. Whippleton for your father's sake, as well as my own."
"You seem to understand yourself very well; but Mr. Waterford is very sharp."
"Perhaps I am; at any rate, he will not leave me on shore."