Undoubtedly it might cause discontent among the slaves of other galleys when they hear that others are treated better than themselves.

But I hope that if, on our return, we bring back all our slaves in good condition and health, the contrast between their appearance and that of the slaves in most other galleys will be so marked that the admiral may consider it would be well to order awnings to be fixed to all the vessels of the Order, and even to grant to all slaves, when away on voyages, the little indulgences I have given them here.

The expense would be very trifling, and it would certainly add a great deal to the average life of a slave, and would render him capable of better work.

There is another advantage.

If the Turks learn that their countrymen in our hands are treated with a certain amount of kindness and consideration, it might lead them to act similarly to those of our Order who may be unfortunate enough to fall into their hands." "There is a great deal in what you say, Sir Gervaise," one of the knights, who had before taken the opposite point of view, said.