The visitor seemed thoughtful. He supposed the two companions were full-grown men, and this would not tally with his plans. This illusion, however, was soon dissipated, for Sam and Clip at this point crossed the gang-plank and came aboard.
"Are them your two companions?" asked the stranger, appearing relieved.
"Yes."
Sam and Clip eyed him curiously, expecting Bob to explain who he was, but our hero was only anxious to get rid of him.
"Then you can't accommodate me?" asked the man.
"No, sir; but if you'll give me your name and address, I can perhaps sell your crop for you, and leave you to deliver it."
"Never mind, young feller! I reckon I'll go to the city myself next week."
"Just as you like, sir."
He re-crossed the plank, and when he reached the shore took up his post again beside the tree, and resumed his scrutiny of the boat.
"What does that man want?" asked Sam.