But this must be done; though I hate it, it must be done, there is no other way.

The gold is necessary to me--by the Mother of God! the knaves say that I have stolen it!--and I doubt these stubborn Indian dogs will ever speak, however great their agony.

This man knows and I give him over to you because you are acquainted with his wickedness, and that knowledge will steel your heart against all pity.
Spare not, comrade; remember that he must be forced to speak.' 'It is your command, Cortes, and I will obey it, though I love the task little; with one proviso, however, that you give me your warrant in writing.' 'It shall be made out at once,' answered the general.

'And now away with him.' 'Where to ?' 'To the prison that he has left.

All is ready and there he will find his comrades.' Then a guard was summoned and I was dragged back to my own place, de Garcia saying as I went that he would be with me presently..