The money was procured, and the provisions were safely deposited in the boat.

It is true, Charles was so much embarrassed that he well-nigh betrayed the existence of the plot to the shopkeepers; and he was very glad when this part of the business was done.
Then a new difficulty presented itself.

Suppose the Zephyrs should visit Center Island that afternoon and discover the stores! They had not thought of this before, and the risk was too great to be incurred.

They decided to conceal their stores on the main shore till night, and then carry them off.

A convenient place was found for this purpose, and the articles were landed.
They then repaired to the island to mature their plans.
"Now, where shall we pitch the tent ?" asked Charles, when they landed.
"On the high ground near the beach." "We have no poles.