Chapter 18 HOME AGAIN

"Scotchie's" warning growl turned to a joyful greeting as Faith spoke his name.

"Great C?sar! Faith!" exclaimed her uncle, drawing her into the kitchen. "What on earth are you doing out-of-doors at this time of night?"

"You locked the door," whimpered Faith.

"But why did you not call out? We thought you went straight to bed," said her uncl