However, something occurred which compelled Cyrus Harding and his two friends to yield to the lad's wish, and God alone knew that this determination might cause them grief and remorse.
Sin embargo, ocurrió un incidente que obligó a Ciro Smith y a sus dos amigos a acceder a los deseos del joven, y Dios sabe los remordimientos y dolores que pudo causarles esta determinación.