Heyst's polite attention to the tale took on a sombre cast; but he manifested no surprise, and offered no comment.

When Davidson had finished he handed down the shawl into the boat, and Davidson promised to do his best to return it to Mrs.
Schomberg in some secret fashion.

Heyst expressed his thanks in a few simple words, set off by his manner of finished courtesy.

Davidson prepared to depart.

They were not looking at each other.