'That Wax is out of limbo?' suggested Captain Seedeybuck, in the same breath.
'No. Guess again!' exclaimed Lady Scattercash, rubbing her hands in high glee.
'That the Pope's got a son?' observed Captain Quod.
'No. Guess again!' exclaimed her ladyship, laughing.
'I give it up,' replied Captain Bouncey.
'So do I,' added Captain Seedeybuck.
'That Mr. Sponge is going to be married,' enunciated her ladyship, slowly and emphatically, waving her arms.
'Ho-o-ray! Only think of that!' exclaimed Captain Quod. 'Old 'hogany-tops goin' to be spliced!'
'Did you ever?' asked Bob Spangles.
'No, I never,' replied Captain Bouncey.