“Very much so.” Colonel Brekenridge smiled at the boys, and added casually, “In fact, you’re standing on my property now.”
The Cubs were dumbfounded.
“You mean you’ve bought the Castle?” Dan demanded.
“The deal with the bank was completed yesterday. I expect to finish the house as the designer originally planned it. The grounds will be cleared and replanted with shrubs and flowers.”
“Say, that’s great!” Chips declared, and all the boys nodded agreement.
“You’ll be welcome here at any time,” the colonel continued. “For that matter, to make certain you’ll come, I may offer a few inducements.”
“Picnic tables,” suggested Billy eagerly. “Outdoor grills and fireplaces.”
“By all means,” agreed his grandfather. “We’ll cut the brush from the woods and make interesting trails.”
“The Cubs can help with that work,” volunteered Dan.
Colonel Brekenridge smiled at his willingness.