Nancy Blackett took the paper, crossed out “the” in front of the word “month” and put “this” instead, and after the word “Island” wrote in “ Lat. 7 Long. 200.”
“We ought to sign it in our blood,” she said, “but pencil will do.”
John took the paper and signed, “John Walker, Master.”
Nancy signed it, “Nancy Blackett, Amazon Pirate.”
The two captains shook hands.
Peggy said, “Well, it’s peace today, anyhow.”
Susan said, “Perhaps you would like some of our toffee?”
“Molasses,” said Titty.
Peggy said, “We did see it when we took the camp, but we did not like to take any. We’d like some very much, if you’re sure you can spare it.”
Nancy said, “Let’s broach a puncheon of Jamaica rum. We’ve got a beauty in the Amazon . Let’s go to the harbour and get it. It’s really good stuff. Sometimes our cook is quite friendly, for a native. She calls it lemonade.”