"I would go through it all again—for this."
She drew in her breath quickly.
"Oh, no, no. You were so near death. And even now I feel that all is not finished."
She glanced toward the three dark figures of Jeremy, Stott, and De Rothan. Jasper understood. His arm tightened about her, and he led her further away along the shore.
"Stay here, Nance. There is nothing to fear."
"No."
"I must be with Jeremy."
She looked at him a little anxiously and saw the steady purpose in his eyes.
"Jasper, promise me——"
"What, dear heart?"