found happiness. Ruth’s a fine girl and’ll make a good wife to you.
Robert—[Much moved.] Thank you, Pa. [He grips his father’s hand in his.]
Andrew—[His face tense and drawn comes forward and holds out his hand, forcing a smile.] I guess it’s my turn to offer congratulations, isn’t it?
Robert—[With a startled cry when his brother appears before him so suddenly.] Andy! [Confused.] Why—I—I didn’t see you. Were you here when———
Andrew—I heard everything you said; and here’s wishing you every happiness, you and Ruth. You both deserve the best there is.
Robert—[Taking his hand.] Thanks, Andy, it’s fine of you to——— [His voice dies away as he sees the pain in Andrew’s eyes.]
Andrew—[Giving his brother’s hand a final grip.] Good luck to you both! [He turns away and goes back to the rear when he bends over the lantern, fumbling with it to hide his emotion from the others.]
Mrs. Mayo—[To the Captain, who has been too flabbergasted by Robert’s decision to say a word.] What’s the matter, Dick? Aren’t you going to congratulate Robbie?
Scott—[Embarrassed.] Of course I be! [He gets to his feet and shakes Robert’s hand, muttering a vague] Luck to you, boy. [He stands beside Robert as if he wanted to say something more but doesn’t know how to go about it.]
Robert—Thanks, Uncle Dick.
