Far to the left he saw a group of the mainlanders running along the beach toward the conflict.

If he could only intercept them--and bring them into the rear! Like the wind he sped to cut them off, shouting and firing his pistol.
He won by a hundred yards and stood panting as they came toward him.
Dawn had dispelled the mist-gloom and as the mainlanders drew nearer he discerned in their lead a figure that brought a cry of joy from his lips.
"Neil!" he shouted.

"Neil--" He turned as Marion's brother darted to his side.
"This way--from behind!" The two led the way, side by side, followed by a dozen men.

A glance told Nathaniel that nothing much less than a miracle could turn the tide of battle.

Half of the mainlanders were fighting in the water.