The bark, under the strokes of the robust oarsmen, cut the waves in a rapid course.
At this moment Geronimo's eyes were filled with tears.

Lifting his eyes to heaven, he said: "Blessed be Thou, my God, for all the sufferings Thou hast sent me; blessed be Thou for Thy infinite goodness.

I thank Thee for the wife it has pleased Thee to give me; she will be my companion in my much loved country.

A thousand thanks for all Thy benefits!" The bark had reached the galley.

A ladder was lowered, and, aided by the sailors, the party ascended the deck.