24/34 Ye have my leave to depart.' So we bunked, and Dora and Albert's uncle made Noel comfortable for the night. I daresay they'll all be in a wax, but I don't care.' 'I think you were very wise,' said Albert's uncle, pulling her close to him to sit on his knee. 'I am very glad you telegraphed.' So then Oswald understood what Alice's secret was. She had gone out and sent a telegram to Albert's uncle at Hastings. |