"It ordered me to leave Melbourne without delay, and come to the eastern shores of——"
"Australia!" cried Glenarvan, with an impetuosity that disconcerted the old sailor.
"Australia?" repeated Tom, opening his eyes. "No, indeed; New Zealand!"
"Australia, Tom! Australia!" replied Glenarvan's companions, with one voice.
As soon as they set foot on deck the bagpiper struck up a well remembered air, while hearty hurrahs welcomed the owner's return on board.