Port Egmont has proved capable of supplying us with everything we require." "Another question, if you will allow me ?" "Put it, Mr.Jeorling, put it." "Shall you not need a more numerous crew for the _Halbrane_?
Though you have men enough for the working of the ship, suppose you find you have to attack or to defend in the Antarctic waters?
Let us not forget that, according to Arthur Pym's narrative, there were thousands of natives on Tsalal Island, and if your brother--if his companions are prisoners--" "I hope, Mr.Jeorling, our artillery will protect the _Halbrane_ better than the _Jane_ was protected by her guns.

To tell the truth, the crew we have would not be sufficient for an expedition of this kind.

I have been arranging for recruiting our forces." "Will it be difficult ?" "Yes and no; for the Governor has promised to help me." "I surmise, captain, that recruits will have to be attracted by larger pay." "Double pay, Mr.Jeorling, and the whole crew must have the same." "You know, captain, I am disposed, and, indeed, desirous to contribute to the expenses of the expedition.

Will you kindly consider me as your partner ?" "All that shall be arranged, Mr.Jeorling, and I am very grateful to you.

The main point is to complete our armament with the least possible delay.