The captain’s little game of bluff did not work worth a cent. Everybody was onto his ways after that.
Very soon the glare of the searchlight was seen below.
Frank had signaled Barney several times, and knew that all was well.
Very soon the party came in sight of the Dart.
Then they safely reached the vestibule and were soon in the cabin after some thrilling experiences.
Another discussion was now held as to what it was best to do.
Frank settled it by going into the pilot-house and backing the Dart off the reef.
Then he started to make a circuit of the reef.
Suddenly, as the boat was gliding smoothly along, an object loomed up in the gloom.
The searchlight was brought to bear upon it, and it was seen to be a sunken hulk.