He would be dreadfully easy to manage!" The four young people looking for the Atterlys had unavoidably heard every word.

They halted, Dan violently red in the face.
Then Laura, with quick tact, wheeled about and led the way back to the ball room floor.
"Better luck next time, Dan," whispered Belle, gripping Dalzell's arm.
"Don't you think twice is enough for a simpleton like me ?" blurted Midshipman Dan..