Mr.Morse at a writing-table indicated a chair, and when Cartwright sat down, rested his chin in his hand.
"We have considered your letters, and my partner, Mr.Bull, agrees that, if we can come to terms, your suggestion has some advantages," he said.
"The advantages for your clients are obvious," Cartwright remarked.
The other smiled.

"They paid out a good sum when _Arcturus_ was wrecked, and would frankly like to get something back.

Well, we understand you are willing to buy her, _as she lies_." "At my price! I'll give you a check when the agreement's signed." "Then, I expect you have made some calculations and know all about the efforts to float the wreck.

If we sell her to you, the job is yours, but I admit some curiosity.

Why do you expect to float her when the salvage company failed ?" "For one thing, they started the job on extravagant lines," Cartwright replied.