noon
Fred led the way to a house of entertainment near the harbor , in which he found good lodging for his friends . Abram Storms carried all the precious pearls to his room and carefully secured the door , after which he threw himself upon the bed and slept as soundly as an infant . Inez Hawthorne , in the solitude of her apartment , devoutly thanked her Heavenly Father for His care , and then she , too , slept the sleep of exhaustion and perfect health . It was near noon on the succeeding day when both rose and found Fred Sanders awaiting them . The young man had not slept at all , and was uneasy . `` It wo n't do to stay here another night , '' said he , in explanation , as soon as the meal was concluded . `` I am sure we have no wish to do so , '' replied Storms .