"Of course we can," answered Tad for the professor.
"Don't we get any breakfast?" cried Chunky.
"Yes, but you'll eat it cold this morning."
"Oh, pooh!"
"If you are going to be a Ranger you must be willing to take a Ranger's fare," smiled the captain.
"I haven't said I wanted to be a Ranger. I don't. I want to be a peaceful citizen."
"With four square meals a day and a whole pie thrown in," suggested Tad.
"Something like that," smiled Stacy.
The tent was already coming down. The Pony Rider Boys showed the Rangers that they were used to quick work. Twenty minutes later the boys were ready. The Rangers had watched their preparations with interest.
"Good work," said Captain McKay approvingly.