Finally the elder man came to them and addressed Jess, at the same time handing her back the pass.
"You can go on home," he said.

"The Englishman must stay with us till we find out more about him." "He says that I can go.

What shall I do ?" asked Jess.

"I don't like leaving you with these men." "Do?
why, go, of course.

I can look after myself; and if I can't, certainly you won't be able to help me.