"It is not for him to say. I have engaged this boat for my party to-day, and, beyond his crew, it is not for him to say who shall go."
"I'm going, anyhow," replied Ben stubbornly.
"No, you are not."
"Yes, I am! if you want to fight, I'm all ready."
"Young man, you wanted to be captain of this boat; you have made a mistake."
"No, I haven't. You and Lawry can't make a nobody out of me."
"You will do it yourself."
"You see."
"Will you go on shore?"
"No, I won't."