This was the most likely solution of the phenomenon, and was accepted by all.
Two miles further on a likely place was found to land.
Frank’s plan to land safely was a unique one.
The boat was run up near the shore in sufficiently deep water and sunk.
After it had gone below the surface nothing could be seen of it, turret and all being hidden.
Should any of the savages come along in the meantime, they would never suspect the existence of it in that place.
Then it was arranged that all should put on diving suits and walk out of the water to the shore.
This was very cleverly done.
A short while later all stood upon the shore in their diving suits.
Of course it was folly to think of wearing them upon their travels about.