Every precaution was taken to circumvent the plans of the enemy.

There was no longer any doubt as to the intentions of the disappointed islanders.

Von Blitz and Rasula had convinced them that their cause was seriously jeopardised; they were made to see the necessity for permanently removing the white pretenders from their path.
Deppingham, on account of his one time position in the British army, was chosen chief officer of the beleaguered "citadel." A strict espionage was set upon the native servants, despite Baillo's assurances of loyalty.

Lookouts were posted in the towers and a ceaseless watch was to be kept day and night.

Chase, on his first visit to the west tower, discovered a long unused searchlight of powerful dimensions.