"Even her presence on board is distasteful under the circumstances." He chuckled, well satisfied with his diplomacy.
"I understand that; however, we cannot obliterate her entirely.

Pretty enough to be useful too, I imagine, if she can ever be brought to view this affair from the right angle.

Could n't you be induced to attempt a little, missionary work?
Love-making at sea is said to be especially pleasant." I shook my head, gazing directly into his eyes, barely able to keep from throttling him.
"Drop it," I said sternly.

"The girl is to be left alone if I have any part in your scheme.

Now I want to know what is expected of me; may I ask questions ?" He lit another cigarette, calmly indifferent to all outward appearance.
"Certainly--fire away." "Where are we bound ?" "Spanish Honduras," lazily, but spreading out a map, and tapping it with his finger.