Question

at last the boatman takes the risk.what is the risk and why does he take it?

Answer 1

the risk must be of going into the river because he would be risking his own life if he goes in.

Answer 2

He agreed to take the lover in the boat in stormy weather.Though,he was aware of the danger he could get into by helping the lovers. Yet,he decided to take them to a safe place as a mark of his bravery