Then it went out, and they seemed for the moment to be in darkness.
"I don't think it's very, very deep," said Dummy quietly; "but it's all water over yonder.

Seen enough, Master Mark!" "Yes, for one day.

Let's go back now." Dummy topped the long wicks with his natural snuffers, to wit, his finger and thumb, and led the way back, after Mark had taken a final glance at the vast chasm.
"So you found this place out, Dummy ?" "Yes, Master Mark.

I'm always looking for new holes when I've nothing to do and the men aren't at work." "It's of no use: there's no lead." "No: aren't any ore.

All spar and stones like this." "Well, we must bring hammers and find some good pieces next time we come." "And go on along by the water, Master Mark ?" "If you like.