"Yes."
Rupert followed up his advantage.
"If I could find a man who would take me to him I would promise him fifty dollars—and this gun."
The woman's eyes showed her interest. She was fond of money, and fifty dollars seemed to her a large sum.
"I reckon my man would go along with you," she said slowly. "The fifty dollars would be sure?"
"Yes, and if I was satisfied with him, I would give him ten dollars more."
"Mam," said Sal, "you'd better say yes. We'll all be rich if dad gets sixty dollars."
"When will your husband be home?" asked Rupert, becoming hopeful.
"I reckon he'll be home directly—if you kin wait."
"Oh, yes, I can wait. Has he got a boat?"