What he
could not understand was why it should have been delivered, and what
connection it could have with such a matter as the alterations to be
carried out in the cabin. The work did not seem to him to be called for
in such a hurry. What was the use of altering anything? It was a very
good accommodation, spacious, well-distributed, on a rather old-fashioned
plan, and with its decorations somewhat tarnished. But a dab of varnish,
a touch of gilding here and there, was all that was necessary. As to
comfort, it could not be improved by any alterations. He resented the
notion of change; but he said dutifully that he would keep his eye on the
workmen if the captain would only let him know what was the nature of the
work he had ordered to be done.
"You'll find a note of it on this table. I'll leave it for you as I go
ashore," said Captain Anthony hastily. Franklin thought there was no
more to hear, and made a movement to leave the saloon. But the captain
continued after a slight pause, "You will be surprised, no doubt, when
you look at it. There'll be a good many alterations.
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