This you will catch into the hook at the end of the lowered rope.

When all is secure, and I have pulled you both up by the windlass so as to clear the top, I shall throw out ballast which we shall carry on purpose, and away we go! I am sorry it must be so uncomfortable for you both, but there is no other way.

When we get well clear of the Tower, I shall take you both up on the platform.

If necessary, I shall descend to do it--and then we shall steer for Ilsin." "When all is safe, our men will attack the Tower.

We must let them do it, for they expect it.