And they continued their silent communion.

A few moments later, as they were leaving, Deborah came into the room and went softly to the cradle.

Downstairs they found that Allan had gone, and when Deborah rejoined them she said she was going to stick to her plan.

It was soon arranged that she and the youngsters should start on their journey the following day.
Back at home she threw herself into the packing and was busy till late that night.

At daybreak she was up again, for they were to make an early start.
Bruce came with his new automobile, the children were all bundled in, together with Deborah and their nurse, and a half hour later at the train Bruce and Roger left them--Deborah flushed and happy, surrounded by luggage, wraps, small boys, an ice box, toys and picture books.