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Elise was all in a tremble, and her heart beat fast as she descended the ladder of the hatch and heard the heavy breathing of the captain, who lay there snoring. But her uneasiness at knowing that the _Bon-Pêcheur_ was in distress, and the fear of bringing help too late, decided her.
"Captain -- it is I -- I am sorry, but it is important."