"What is it, Mac?"
"I want to shake hands with you, captain. I'll consider it an honour."
The skipper held out his hand, wondering what it was all about.
"I congratulate you," said Mac. "I did not think any man breathing could have done it."
"Done what?" asked Job.
"Tapped Sharp," said Mac, as he walked quietly away, and Job Seagrave roared with laughter.
CHAPTER SEVENTH
WEATHERING THE STORM
The "Golden Land" started on her voyage to Fremantle with Jack Redland and Harry Marton installed on board in the most comfortable cabin in the ship.