children went out themselves. If they did we will find them soon."

"Elinor has been told a million times never to leave the house," said
Warren hopefully.

"And you know she minds," said Ivan. "I think we will find them all
right, and Evelyn just imagines things. The woman probably meant just
what she said. She doubtless had candles from some church, and clothes
and food in the bags. She had enough to last some time, judging from
the size and weight."

"I hope so, anyway," said Warren. "Are you nearly ready? If we could
only run for it!"

"We can't," said Ivan. "The moment they see you run, you are in danger
of being shot down. It won't take long, even if we do have to go
slowly."

"Well, let's make a start, if you are ready," said Warren restlessly.

They opened the door and found Evelyn waiting for them. She looked
pale and weak, but greeted them quietly.

"Don't be any longer than you can, will you, boys?" she begged. "If
she is hurt one of you stay with her, and the other come for me. Don't
try to bring her here."

"They won't be hurt," said Warren courageously. "But we won't bring
them here at all. We will stay with them, one of us, and come back to
tell you. You know they will be together."