Herbert and Gideon Spilett, who were just about to set out hunting, left their guns, Pencroft threw down his ax, and Harding and Neb joining their companions, all rushed towards the scene of action.
Harbert et Gédéon Spilett, qui allaient partir pour la chasse, abandonnèrent leur fusil, Pencroff jeta sa hache, Cyrus Smith et Nab rejoignirent leurs compagnons, et tous se dirigèrent rapidement vers le lieu d'échouage.