Very slowly David turned to his father.
"I never learned to do things by halves," he said. "If you want me, sir—"
And Ethan Ffrench understood, and first offered his hand.
Rupert was discovered asleep in a camp-chair outside the tent, a few minutes later, when Dick went in search of him.
"The limousine's waiting," his awakener informed him. "You don't feel bad, do you?"
The mechanician rose cautiously, wincing.
"Well, if every joint in my chassis wasn't sore, I'd feel better," he admitted grimly. "But I'm still running. What did you kiss me awake for, when I need my sleeps?"
"Did you suppose we could get Lestrange home without you, Jack Rupert?"
"I ain't supposing you could. I'm ready."
The rest of the party were already in the big car, with one exception.