“What’s the matter?” asked Jerry.
“We’ve caught a big fish and it’s towing the boat!”
“More likely an alligator!” exclaimed Ned. “Put a little more speed on, Jerry. Why, if they aren’t Mr. Seabury’s daughters! The houseboat must be nearby!”
“Sure enough!” answered Jerry. “That’s good news. We can get some medicine for Bob now.”
Though the rowboat was moving at good speed the Dartaway soon caught up to it. Ned and Jerry saw three very much frightened girls who waved their hands to them as the boys approached.
“They’re from the Dartaway!” cried Rose. “I’m so glad to see them!”
“Quick!” exclaimed Olivia. “Something has been towing us for an hour!”
“What is it?” asked Ned, as he tried to peer beneath the water.
“Oh, a terrible big fish,” answered Nellie.