Ben Nix was left in charge at the stations, and Sal had a friend from Swamp Creek to stay with her.
Sergeant Doonan promised to keep a strict eye on Wanabeen, and this was a pleasing duty to him, as he was very partial to Sal's company.
'And, Jim, just put me this on Grey Bird for luck,' said Sergeant Doonan as he handed him five one-pound notes.
CHAPTER XXVIII
GREY BIRD IS ADMIRED
They arrived in Sydney without any misadventures, and the long journey proved far more enjoyable than could have been expected.
The party, small as it was, had this advantage, they were all friends and understood each other, and had fought side by side in the time of danger. Great care was taken of Grey Bird, and the constant walking exercise suited him, and he arrived in Sydney in fine condition.
The cup was to be decided the following week, and in the meantime the horse was stabled near Randwick with a friend of Mr Dauntsey's. Permission was given to exercise him on Randwick track, and much interest was manifested in the cup horse from 'way back.'
Grey Bird was conspicuous owing to his colour, as he was the only grey horse at exercise.
Willie rode him a strong two-mile gallop, Dr Tom and his father being interested spectators.