'The fish will not eat him, as they did his father; you'll see tomorrow,' the unknown said.

These words caught my attention not only by their meaning but also on account of the person who uttered them, for he had some days before presented himself to the foreman on the work with the express request that he be allowed to superintend the placing of the stone.

He didn't ask for much pay but made a show of great knowledge.

I hadn't sufficient reason for believing in his bad intentions, but something within told me that my conjectures were true and therefore I chose as the suitable occasion to warn you a moment when you could not ask me any questions.

The rest you have seen for yourself." For a long time after Elias had become silent Ibarra remained thoughtful, not answering him or saying a word.