fishing lodge, considering how hard they are to get. I would be glad to take my young friend here, and spend a few days fishing with him."
58 Now, North knew Smiling Moon well. The man without question, would give his life to protect either himself, or, his son. Shining Star could be in no better hands. And the look of hope in his son's eyes told him how much he wanted this fishing expedition up in the mountains.
59 "You're sure it will be no inconvenience?" North asked.
60 "Really, sir," Smiling Moon answered, "I'll enjoy the trip as much as my young friend here, will."
61 "Very well," agreed North, "all my gear is packed, and my boots and everything should fit you. But keep him out of deep water. He's not the world's greatest swimmer, and see that he acts in an acceptable manner with the Inkeeper's daughter!"
62 "Yes, sir!" Smiling Moon laughed.
63 "Father!" moaned Shining Star, blushing, "I'm ONLY good friends with the young lady, and you know it!"
64 "I've got to hurry and change," cried North, "into my uniform, and if you two are going to make the long flight up to the lodge before dark, you'd better get going! Remember, that field doesn't have any night lights, and it's tricky getting in there."
65 "Then I won't bother to change," remarked Smiling Moon, "I'll use the clothes you've got packed tomorrow."
66 North hurried, changed his clothes, and walked out to the flier with Smiling Moon and his son. "My friend is taking the flier," North told the Garage Attendant. "It's alright. Open the shield on the bay so they can take the ship out." The Attendant looked nervous, but obeyed.
67 "Have a good time, you two," North encouraged,

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