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Markham was naturally impressed by his uncle's manner. It had been a good many years since he had seen the great scientist look so stern and grave. And knowing Sir Watney well, he refrained from asking an explanation.
"I don't think that will be a difficult matter," he said. "But I take it you want this little journey kept as quiet as possible. Isn't that so?"