"What you say is right.

We are careful people, and I have laid by a little money; but as you say, one cannot tell what may happen.

And if the weather were bad and there was a risk of never getting back home again, it would be a consolation to me to know that, in addition to the few hundred francs we have laid by since we were married, two years ago, there is something that would bring Marie, I should say, seven or eight hundred francs more, at least.

That would enable her to set up a shop or laundry, and to earn her own living.

I thank you from my heart, monsieur, for her and for myself." Terence and Ryan slept as soundly as usual until aroused by Jules.
Then they put on their sea boots again, loaded themselves with the nets and the bags with the provisions and wine, while Jules took the water barrel and after saying goodbye to Marie, started.