I even tested the boat's weight in sudden fear lest I could not hold it alone.

Then I whispered to the shapeless form crouched beside me.
"Now," I said, "step on my knee, and I 'll help you over.

Don't hurry--only be quiet." "How can I with this ridiculous thing on ?" "You must try.

That's it; now just let me lift you--steady yourself with the tackle." She peered back at me over the side of the boat, her hair shining with moisture.
"Now are you coming ?" "No; I shall have to remain here and lower the boat." "But I don't know what to do." "Listen, and I 'll tell you.

Turn about and face the stern.