The world for them was a pure Arcadia; they almost forgot for the time being the more troublous world without.
It was like a green oasis in their lives, like a haven of rest and peace after driving storms and perilous hurricanes.

They lived in the sunshine, and thanked God in their hearts, and received that rest and refreshment of body, soul, and spirit of which both stood rather sorely in need.
Then on the fifth day, as the sun was drawing towards its setting, Dr.Langton returned.

They pressed eagerly round him to learn the news.

His face was thoughtful and very grave.
"They are bringing Master Clarke.

He is not more than a few miles distant.