He was somewhat afraid that Percy Pierson might be on the lookout for the Dinah; but by this time it was so dark that he could hardly make her out.

David landed him at the place indicated, and he followed the directions given him, which brought him to the east end of the hotel.
It was too early to meet Mr.Gilfleur, and he found the guests were at dinner.

He had eaten nothing since the lunch on board of the Eleuthera; and, after he had looked in the faces of all the men at the table, he took his place with them, and did full justice to the fare set before him.
He did not venture to remain in the hotel.

He desired to see the detective, for he had decided not to remain another day in Nassau.

As long as Percy Pierson was in the town, it was not a safe place for him.
He had decided to make his way across the island to the nook where the Eleuthera was concealed, and remain on board of her until the detective returned.