“Yas, sah!”
At once preparations were made for resuming the search for the sunken galleon.
It was not so very difficult to locate her.
Bearings were obtained and then the Dolphin sailed down for the spot. As she drew nearer the reef nothing was seen of the Aurelian’s divers.
But traces of their visit were discovered.
In the sand there were spades and other tools left by them. This would seem to be evidence that they meant to return.
“On me worrud as a gintleman,” cried Barney, “I belave they’ve done harrum to Misther Frank.”
“Let us hope we will find him in the galleon’s cabin,” said Clifford. “Anchor the boat, boys.”
The Dolphin was quickly set down and anchored. Then lots were drawn to see who were to be the favored ones to visit the galleon.
It fell to Hartley and Pomp. This seemed just enough, as they had previously remained aboard the Dolphin.