They would, no doubt, be a little difficult to avoid, since at first he would have to put up with a few attempts upon his life; but, if he could combine resolution and strict justice with a conciliatory attitude, the attempt would cease, and I think he could earn you a fair return on a moderate outlay." Jackson laughed.
"So far as my experience goes, such men are scarce.

But I'd better say that we had you in mind when we made this visit.

Do you think you could do anything, if we sent you out ?" "Yes," said Singleton quietly; "I believe I could make the venture pay.
Whether I'd think it worth while is another matter." "Then," Nevis interposed, "it's simply a question of terms ?" "Oh, no.

You may be surprised to hear that payment is not the first consideration; though it's true.

I'm interested in certain investigations which can be carried out only in the tropics.