We are fixed here, and it seems to me to be the best spot we can find, and the farthest from the volcano.

I'm afraid it must be a case of war.

Either our friend must be driven away or killed.
What do you say, major, to an expedition in search of him ?" "I'm willing," said the major.
"But the risk ?" said Mrs Strong.
"More risk in waiting to be attacked than in attacking," said the captain.

"I feel that we must put this danger beyond doubt, or we shall have everyone in the camp suffering from nervousness." "If you would wait a few days I could be of some use," said Morgan.
"Then we will wait a few days," said the captain sharply.

"It will give you something to anticipate and help you to get well." "I am well now," replied Morgan.