Nothing was visible there save several varieties of small fish.
The incident puzzled and annoyed him.

Still thinking about it, he sat down on the highest rock and pulled off his heavy boots to empty the water out.

He also divested himself of his stockings and spread them out to dry.
The action reminded him of Miss Deane's necessities.

He hurried to a point whence he could call out to her and recommend her to dry some of her clothing during his absence.

He retired even more quickly, fearing lest he should be seen.