The girls fell into the plan with enthusiasm, and in a short time the cars were brought to the front of the house, and they were ready to start.
Joel stood by, looking on with lively curiosity, as Cora took the wheel.
“How about a little spin for a mile or two?” laughed Cora.
Joel grinned a little sheepishly.
“Come along,” urged Cora, “and I’ll show you what fast going is really like.”
“Better make your will, Joel,” laughed Jack. “That sister of mine is some speed demon.”
“I’m afraid it will put ye out in yer plans,” objected Joel, though it was plain he was tempted.
“Not a bit of it,” returned Cora cheerily. “We have all day before us. The rest will stay here, while you and I go down the road for a mile or two and back.”
Joel looked at Mrs. King, and as she smiled her approval, he climbed clumsily into the car and sat in the back seat. Cora threw in the clutch, and the car started off.
“Hold on to your hair, Joel,” Jack shouted after him.