"And besides, how, in the roaring of the storm--" "Stop--listen--" said the reporter.
Pencroft listened more attentively, and really thought he heard, during a lull, distant barking.
"Well!" said the reporter, pressing the sailor's hand.
"Yes--yes!" replied Pencroft.
"It is Top! It is Top!" cried Herbert, who had just awoke; and all three rushed towards the opening of the Chimneys.

They had great difficulty in getting out.

The wind drove them back.

But at last they succeeded, and could only remain standing by leaning against the rocks.

They looked about, but could not speak.