Captain Delano got to the deck and was about to step down into his boat when he heard his name. To his surprise, Don Benito was calling, coming quickly toward him. Don Benito warmly took his hand, with more energy and emotion than he had ever shown. But his excitement seemed too much for him, and he could not speak. Babo then came between the two men and put his arm around Don Benito to support him. Walking between the two men, Babo went with them to the walkway. Don Benito would not let go of Captain Delano's hand. He held it tightly across the servant's body. Soon, they were standing by the ship's side. Captain Delano did not know what to do. He wanted to step down into his boat. But Don Benito still firmly held his hand. Then, in an excited voice the Spaniard said: «Here I must say goodbye. Farewell, my dear Don Amasa. Go!» And he tore his hand loose. Captain Delano was deeply moved. He quickly took the short step down into his boat. The boat began to move. Suddenly, Don Benito sprang over the side and came down at Delano's feet. And he kept shouting toward the Spanish ship. Captain Delano shouted: «Watch out for your lives!» He saw Babo, the servant, on the rail above, with a dagger in his hand.