So far was this from being the case that Colliver, as I informed my host, had never betrayed the least interest in my movements.

At this Mr.Sanderson merely grunted, and asked me when I intended to learn prudence, adding that one crack in the head was enough for most men, but he supposed I wanted more.
I admit that, pleasant companion as Colliver is, I should prefer to be entirely alone upon this adventure.

But I could not deny the invitation without appearing unnecessarily rude, and I owe him much gratitude for having made the outward voyage so pleasant.

Besides, we shall part at Colombo.
"Nov.

25th .-- I make this entry (my last upon Indian soil) just before retiring to rest.