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When Captain Spear awoke his rage knew no bounds, but Justin firmly made him acquainted with the state of affairs, whereupon the captain became sulky and refused to take any food, saying that he preferred to die and that his death would be laid at the door of Justin, who would meet his due reward when his crime was discovered.
Next morning he had so far relented as to drink a cup of Judy's tea, given with reluctance by the Irishwoman, who vowed that hanging was too good for him.