The next morning was Saturday, and Robert had a holiday from school. He was out in the yard, after breakfast, and was about to leave the premises, when his step-father appeared in the doorway.
"Stop a minute," he called out in a tone of command.
Robert looked back in surprise.
"What is wanted?" he asked.
"Where are you going?"
"Out fishing with Harry Baker."
"I think you had better postpone it."
"Why?" demanded Robert in surprise.
"Come out in the back-yard and I will tell you."
Very much surprised, Robert followed his step-father out into the back-yard.