"If we had not waited—if I had not found them—"
"Yes. You were right. I'm glad now that you persisted."
"Nobody might have known till—too late! Amy, you were very patient."
"I didn't feel patient, I assure you."
More hours crept by, and still Bee watched. Amy at last protested—
"You are worn out, Bee. If you would but lie down for an hour!"
"I can't just yet. Please don't ask it."
Nearer and nearer drew the party; more and more distinct in the field of the telescope.
Then Amy heard one short sigh of relief. "Yes," she said. "I can count them now. They are resting. The three guides, and both the others. Both—both!"
"Yes, dear."