“Let us go and see the boat at any rate.”

Herbert led the way through a meadow to a clump of trees, where a small rowboat floated upon the water.

“Does Leech often go out in it?”

“Two or three times a week.”

“It is just about large enough for two, though it would easily accommodate one more.”

“Yes.”

“If I thought your friend would not be round I should be tempted to try it for half an hour.”

“I think you might venture.”

“Jump in, then, and we'll push out.”

Herbert shook his head.