They're a difficult lot.
There's Eugene Grandois, he's as bad as they make 'em.

He's got a grudge against us because of some act of father, and he may break out any time.
He's a labour leader too, and we must be vigilant." Carnac nodded.

He made no reply in words.

They were nearing the little dock, and men were coming to the point where the launch would stop.
"There's Grandois now!" said Fabian with a wry smile, for he had a real fear of results.

He had, however, no idea how skilfully Carnac would handle the situation--yet he had heard much of his brother's adaptability.