CHAPTER FIVEThe first day at sea was a very enjoyable experience for both Anthea and Linette.
First Captain MacFarlane showed Anthea round the ship. She found it thrilling to stand on the bridge and view all the various instruments.
“It is one of the most modern ships afloat,” boasted the Captain proudly. “And one of the swiftest.”
“It is the first time that I have been on a steamship,” added Anthea. “I have only ever sailed on yachts before.”
“You will find a great difference between the two as we are not dependent upon the wind,” answered Captain MacFarlane. “And we can reach a far greater speed.”
He took her and Linette below decks and showed them the engine room. The noise and heat were incredible and Anthea felt quite faint.
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