It was possible that she might succeed, and he could help.
"When you go I hope you will let me come," he said.

"We have the tools and outfit one needs for prospecting at the mine, and I could get the packers and canoes." "But you don't believe I shall find the lode.

Why do you want to come ?" "I know the bush," Thirlwell answered with a smile.

"So far I've been prudent and stuck to my job, but I've felt the pull of the lone trail like other men.

In fact, I'd rather like to do something rash, for a change." "Have you never done anything rash ?" "Only once, I think.