He therefore decided upon borrowing a boat from a friend, and next morning rode to the plantation of the father of Harry Furniss, this being in a convenient position on the Pamunky, one of the branches of the York River.
"Are you using that sailboat of yours at present, Harry?
Because, if not, I wish you would let me have the use of it for a week or so." "With pleasure, Vincent; and my fishing lines and nets as well, if you like.

We very seldom use the boat.

Do you mean to keep it here or move it higher up the river, where it would be more handy for you, perhaps ?" "I think I would rather leave it here, Furniss.

A mile or two extra to ride makes no difference.

I suppose it's in the water ?" "Yes; at the foot of the boathouse stairs.