"And Hal," the Colonel had himself in control again, "Hal, boy, I want you to know that even in my first selfish grief, I didn't entirely forget your hopes and plans. Days ago I wired to my men at the Axion factories to speed the finishing work on your two planes, and to rush them to San Francisco. Our mechanics will have everything ready for the demonstration at the Onheim Contest, if you get there in time. And whether you tackle that Onheim Contest for me or not, isn't what really matters--the main thing is, you'll find your Wind Bird ready for you and your great flight."