“The next question is, will Mr. Saunders be willing to pay enough to make up to us for the increased length of the voyage?”
“That is a matter for the boy to decide. Mr. Saunders has given him full power to act for him.”
“How much time do you think you will need, Mr. Fenwick?” asked the merchant.
“I have talked the matter over with Captain Grover, and have decided that I had better contract for two months.”
“And should the time be prolonged?”
“I will, of course, pay an additional sum.”
“That is satisfactory.”
“I ought to mention, also,” said Guy, “that I intend to have two men with me to assist me in taking possession of the treasure, if I find it.”
“Then, in addition to paying for the vessel, there will be three passengers, including yourself?”
“Yes, sir.”