But it was a very hot hour, and if Heyst was down at the port he would have learned already that the Sissie was in.

It was even possible that Heyst had already gone on board, where he could enjoy a coolness denied to the town.

Davidson, being stout, was much preoccupied with coolness and inclined to immobility.

He lingered awhile, as if irresolute.

Schomberg, at the door, looking out, affected perfect indifference.