XXVIII.

Captain Flint: Let us say there is some merit to your argument. Let us say that Mr. Dobbs will do as you ask of him. I would have to admit in that case that the world has shifted beneath our feet in a most startling way. But, in terms of our future and the danger that you believe you may pose to me, bear this in mind. I have survived starvation, a tempest, pirate hunters, jealous captains, mutinous crews, angry lords, a queen, a king, and the goddamn British navy. So, to whatever extent you may be concerned that some day we will clash, worried that though today we be friends, some day you'll have no choice but to be my end, I won't worry too much.