That's why I didn't let them know when my gag became loose.

I had the devil's own time keeping it from falling with my chin; pretty near broke my neck doing it.

A little later, when we're sure Jeekum and his men are out of hearing, I'll begin calling for help.

Perhaps some fisherman or hunter--" He stopped, and a chill ran up Nathaniel's back as he listened to a weird howl that came from far behind them.

It was a blood-curdling sound and his face turned a more ghastly pallor as he gazed inquiringly at Neil.