“I believe I do,” answered the son of the department-store proprietor. “It’s always a relief to be busy when you have trouble, for it takes it off your mind.”
“Yes, and we’ll find that Mr. Jackson, too,” declared Bob, with energy.
“I hope so,” added Ned. “But now, what about this new hydroplane business, Jerry? I can listen now with some attention since I’ve told you what was on my mind.”
“Good! Then I hope you’ll agree with me,” and Jerry proceeded to describe in detail what he proposed doing.
Ned listened attentively, and asked several questions, showing that he understood the plan proposed by his chum.
“Now then, Ned, are you with me or against me?” demanded Jerry, at length.
“Against him!” put in Bob eagerly. “Don’t let him spoil the Comet!”
“I’ll not spoil her,” cried Jerry. “Let Ned speak for himself, Chunky.”
“Then I’m for it!” exclaimed Ned, with sudden energy. “It’s quite a radical change, but I think it will be a good one. We may want to make a trip over water, but until I can help out my father I’m not going to do much else, so I can’t be of any aid to you, Jerry.”