Behold my bonfire! Do you think I could have built such a pyramid of wood between the firing of your first shot and your coming into my harbor?
No, I was ready and waiting for you." "That's convincing." "I repeat that I welcome you to Lennox Island.

My house is but a short distance inland in a beautiful forest.

I should like to receive Captain Whyte there as an honored guest, and you, too." "Your house ?" "Aye, my house.

And it's well built and well furnished.

You'd be surprised to know how much comfort it can offer." The officer--a lieutenant--and the men, coming closer, inspected Robert with the most minute curiosity.