"I'll tell you something in confidence, Mr. Sharp. I have made my will,
and left a written confession behind me in safe hands. If the 'Golden
Land' is submerged this trip you'll hear about it."
"She is perfectly seaworthy, and although an old boat, is by no means a
bad one."
"Have you ever travelled in her?" asked the skipper.
"No, oh dear no!"
"Then try a voyage in her this time. There'll be room in the firm for
another partner in a few weeks."