


Tyler Argosy was the first man to stride off the ship, and he was immediately pleased to see her. Tyler Argosy rode out with other men to help take some of the load off the Pattersons. Tyler Argosy talked about the abundance of crops available, about the miracle of growing things throughout the year.

He recognized the golden locks and wide-brimmed hat of Captain Tyler Argosy, an old friend, and an army man to the core. Ned Tyler took the ship deeper into the bay and anchored her in the calm waters off the port of Zulla where now the white cross of Ethiopia flew above the shot-battered walls. He left Ned Tyler in charge of the Golden Bough with Althuda, and ordered them to remain anchored well offshore, and await his return, The distress signal would be a red Chinese rocket.
