In that case, Nan, who knew how to cook, would replace the cook in his functions.

Negoro then could say to himself that he was indispensable, and, as he was closely watched, he seemed unwilling to give any cause of complaint.
The wind, though growing stronger till evening, did not necessitate any change in the "Pilgrim's" sails.

Her solid masting, her iron rigging, which was in good condition, would enable her to bear in this condition even a stronger breeze.
During the night it is often the custom to lessen the sails, and particularly to take in the high sails, fore-staff, top-sail, royal, etc.

That is prudent, in case some squall of wind should come up suddenly.

But Dick Sand believed he could dispense with this precaution.