"Very commendable indeed, in certain cases. But sometimes older heads are wiser."
"I don't doubt that, sir!"
"At any rate, your friends will see the wisdom of my course?" said Mr. Wingate, glancing at the Ramblers interrogatively.
"I think I'll go with Bob," replied Dave Brandon, slowly.
"So will I," added Sam.
And each in turn, apparently to Mr. Wingate's annoyance, announced a similar determination.
"Boys, boys!" said the gentleman, raising his hands, "I certainly am disappointed."
"Can't I go with them, uncle?" asked Nat, meekly.
"Most certainly not! All of the Nimrods must return with me."
John Hackett, wearing an extremely sour expression, ventured to protest, but Mr. Wingate shook his head.