"I suppose all the other prisoners want the same." "No doubt; but you see, they would not have much chance of getting away, because none of them understand Spanish.

I talk it a little, as you see.

So if I got out and had a disguise, I might very well make my way across the country." "There are many brigands about," she said, "and it is not safe for a single man to travel anywhere.

What do you want me to do ?" "I want a rope fifty feet long; not a very thick one, but strong enough to bear my weight.

That is the first thing.