Then Frank touched the spring which connected with the pumps.
The water began to rush from the air chambers, and the Explorer began to rise to the surface.
Once upon the surface Frank consulted the chart and set the course for St. Johns.
“I’ll tell you what, Williams,” he said. “We will overtake the yacht and you can be on hand to meet your cousins when they land.”
“Good enough!” cried the Newfoundlander, excitedly.
Away through the water at a tremendously rapid pace flew the Explorer.
The rate of speed attained was something terrific.
Williams was delighted.
He spent the most of his time out upon the deck watching the sea line ahead.
Many vessels were met and passed. But the Desdemona was not seen until the shores of Newfoundland came into view.