Sally, however, was not easily discouraged. Evidently Belle had put her up to ask whatever the question was, and to keep friendly with Belle Ringold Sally had to perform a good many unpleasant tasks.
“Your brother and Burd Alling have got back with that yacht, haven’t they?” she demanded.
“You are correctly informed,” answered Amy lightly.
“We want to see them. I suppose the boat is all right? That is, it is safe, isn’t it?”
“So far it hasn’t sunk with them,” returned Amy scornfully.
“You needn’t be so snippy, Amy Drew,” broke in Belle. “We want to see your brother about the use of the Marigold. I suppose he will let it to a party—for a price?”
“I don’t know,” said Amy, staring.
“Why, that’s absurd!” Jessie declared, without thinking. “It is a pleasure boat, not a cargo boat.”
Amy began to laugh when she saw Belle’s face.
“They don’t even take passengers for hire,” she said. “Is that what you want to know?”