“I wish we could.”
“I will try.”
Frank shouted to Barney to put on all speed. The Dolphin shot away over the waves like a meteor.
She was an extremely swift boat in any sea, and the heavy rollers did not disturb her.
On she ran like a bird.
The Belden was standing up to the wind with fore and main topsails so that Captain Uriah’s mind was easy.
Yet he was naturally desirous of reaching the ship before the storm should strike her.
Every moment the Dolphin drew nearer. She was even sighted by the crew of the Belden.
The flash and report of a signal gun was heard.
“We shall make it!” cried Captain Uriah, excitedly. “You shall see!”