We don't want any Biddlecombe men in it." "Why not ?" inquired the other.
"Because," replied Brisket, lowering his voice, "there's more in this than meets the eye.

They're not the sort to go on a cruise to the islands for pleasure--except Chalk, that is.

I've been keeping my ears open, and there's something afoot.

D'ye take me ?" [Illustration: "There's more in this than meets the eye."] Mr.Duckett nodded shrewdly.
"I'll pick a crew for 'em," said Brisket.

"A man here and a man there.
Biddlecombe men ain't tough enough.