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`` Mayhap , '' he answered lightly . `` Now , no more words ; but take your chance as it comes . The sail is in the boat , and the course is due east hence . If the wind holds you should make the land by to morrow at noon . Hasten , for your time is short . There is a watch forward , and they may see you . '' He lashed the helm with a deft turn or two , and stood for a moment with his eyes on the sail .