If any word of this affair gets to the crew, or to those fellows forward, I'll hold you responsible.

Understand that!" "Si, Senor." "You are not to leave this cabin without my permission, nor speak to anyone.

LeVere." The mulatto faced me respectfully enough, and I had a feeling he would obey orders, largely because he dare not rebel.
"Si, Senor." "They will be wondering why you are not on deck.

It will be better for you to take charge of the watch at once, and keep the men busy.
Relieve Watkins at the wheel and send the man down to me.

He can choose the fellows who will stick better than you could, and then can circulate among them without arousing suspicion.