There was a hint of reserve, and sometimes he looked disturbed.

Then Drummond interrupted his companion.
"You can't tell what the boss thinks when he doesn't want, and we're certainly going to find the lode." "I'd like to see you strike it all right, because if you don't, you're going to be some dollars out," the miner replied.

"Don't know who's paying for this outfit, but I'd put it pretty high." "What d'you reckon it cost ?" Drummond asked.
The miner made a calculation and Agatha listened with strained interest as he enumerated the different items.
"Well," said Drummond, "I can't value the tools and powder, but allowing for transport, you've got the stores nearly right.

Anyhow, I'm going swimming.

If Pierre will give me ten yards, I'll race him to the island." They went away and Agatha sat still with a hot face.