You see, I thought....

However, I guess that part of your troubles is over.

But," he added, firmly, "wherever I am, or wherever I go, you must understand that I'm your guardian, just the same.

I considered a long spell afore I took the place, and I never abandoned a ship yet, once I took command of her.

And I'll stick to this one! Yes, sir! I'll stick to it in spite of the devil--or the Dunns, either.