Iris, nestling close to the sailor, whispered—
"Do you know what he has found out?"
"I can only guess that he can tell by the appearance of the burnt wood how long it is since it was extinguished. Clearly they agree with him."
"Then they know we are still here?"
"Either here or gone within a few hours. In any case they will make a thorough search of the island at daybreak."
"Will it be dawn soon?"
"Yes. Are you tired?"
"A little cramped—that is all."
"Don't think I am foolish—can you manage to sleep?"
"Sleep! With those men so near!"