But Ronicky Doone regarded him with an interest both cold and keen.

And, with much the same regard, after Fernand had passed out of view, the Westerner regarded the table at which they were to sit.
In the alcove were three wall lights, giving an ample illumination--too ample to suit Ronicky Doone.

For McKeever had taken the chair with the back to the light.

He made no comment, but, taking the chair which was facing the lights, the chair which had been pointed out to him by McKeever, he drew it around on the far side and sat down next to the professional gambler..