"Don't deceive yourself about that.

There is a swift wind behind us and the speed of both ships is increasing." Robert looked over the side.

The sea was running in white caps and above his head the wind was whistling.

The schooner rolled and his footing grew unsteady, but it was only a fine breeze to the sailors, just what they loved.

Suddenly the captain burst into a great laugh.
"The fools! the fools!" he exclaimed.