By the way, let me introduce a friend of mine.

This is Bob Henderson.

His mother is a relative of mine, and Bob is taking a voyage for his health.

Bob, this is my first mate, Mr.Carr." "He looks healthy enough," remarked the first mate as he cordially shook hands with Bob.
"Things are not always what they look like," replied the captain with a smile.

"Bob found matters rather too lively for him ashore, and his folks think it will quiet him down to go with me." "I see," replied Mr.Carr in answer to his commander's sly wink.