Chapter XX

"That," said Paul, "is one of our beliefs, sure enough. A scout
must always be on the alert, or else he may miss many things that
would give him valuable information. William, suppose you go on and
spin your yarn in your own way. I saw what you did; but I'm glad I
didn't cut in. Strike up, now, and then we'll move on again, for
Dobbin is coming yonder.["]