It was quite distinct.

There could be no mistake.
"I told you so," cried the colonel, triumphantly.

"I knew our country would not forsake us; it is an English ship, no doubt." In half an hour two masts were visible above the horizon.

"See! Was I not right?
Our country was sure to send to our relief.

Here is the ship." "Yes," replied the major; "she responded to our gun." "It is to be hoped," muttered the corporal, "that our ball has done her no damage." Before long the hull was full in sight.