There is something to be explained in this affair, Miss Burrell." Harriet gazed searchingly at him, but said nothing.
"I wish you would have a look at the rope.

It's there on the shore.
Then, after you have examined it, tell me what you think about the matter, but tell me just whatever you wish to.

I'm not going to question you about something you don't wish me to know." "What do you mean, Captain ?" "Have you any enemies up here ?" "I do not know of any.

I have a rival here, though." "Eh?
Who ?" "You," answered Harriet, with a smile.
"Oh!" Captain Baker flushed, then he laughed heartily.

"That was last summer.