Cyrus Harding informed Ayrton of the projected expedition, and proposed that he should take part in it, but Ayrton preferring to remain on shore, it was decided that he should come to Granite House during the absence of his companions.
Cyrus Smith prévint Ayrton de l'expédition projetée et lui proposa d'y prendre part; mais, Ayrton ayant préféré rester à terre, il fut décidé qu'il viendrait à Granite-House pendant l'absence de ses compagnons.