Chapter 8-resumé af Treasure Island

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1. The squire sends Hawkins to the Spyglass Inn, where Silver’s cheerful appearance eases his fear of a one-legged sailor.
2. Hawkins recognizes Black Dog leaving the tavern, and Silver sends Harry and Ben after him.
3. Silver questions Tom Morgan and acknowledges seeing Black Dog with Pew, while denying knowledge of Black Dog’s name.
4. The pursuers return unsuccessful, and Silver’s apparent distress convinces Hawkins that he is innocent.
5. Silver and Hawkins laugh about the unpaid bill, then walk along the docks while Silver explains ships and sailors’ work.
6. Silver reports the encounter to the squire and Dr. Livesey, earns their praise, and receives orders to board that afternoon.

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Hawkins acknowledges Silver’s superior skill at managing the encounter. The remark distinguishes Silver’s persuasive behavior from the innocence Hawkins accepts.

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