"Do it, captain," urged Bob Vilett eagerly. "I have great faith in Mr. Stoodles."
The captain reflected seriously for a moment or two. He glanced at the old diver. The latter nodded. Anything that might affect his son's welfare appealed to him strongly.
"Do it, then," said Captain Broadbeam, "only, remember, you two take your own risks."
CHAPTER XXII
THE HOUSE OF TEARS
"Hooray!" said Pat Stoodles, as soon as they were out of the presence of Captain Broadbeam and the diver.
"All right now, eh?" insinuated Bob curiously.
"Shure I am. Now, my friend, I've done you the honor of selecting you to go with me. You're willing?"
"Try me," cried Bob stanchly.
"The first thing," said Stoodles, "is to see Doctor Barrell."