Henry poured lemonade into four tall glasses. As they gathered around the table in the hotel, Jessie carefully unfolded the sheet of white paper. Is it another riddle? Violet wanted to know. Jessie nodded and took a sip of lemonade. The ice cubes cli...
An ice cream cone would sure hit the spot right now, Benny hinted, as they got off the bus and headed back to the hotel. Henry counted his change. Youre in luck, Benny, he said. I think we have just enough for ice cream. It wasnt long before they fou...
Can you believe it? Jessie couldnt help laughing. There might really be a troll under a bridge! She couldnt get over it. The four children were up bright and early the next morning. They were talking about the mystery while they made breakfast. Benny...
The afternoon sun was getting warm by the time the Aldens got back to the hotel. Toby waved to them from behind the front desk. Hi, kids! he said. Enjoying our beautiful city? We sure are. Henry returned the desk clerks friendly smile. Weve been chec...
Benny came to a sudden stop at the totem pole. He was looking all around when the other Aldens caught up to him. Benny, whats gotten into you? Jessie asked him with a frown. You know the rules. Were supposed to stay together, Henry reminded his littl...
At breakfast the next morning, James Alden had a surprise for his grandchildren. Ill be finished early today, he told them. I thought it might be fun to take a ferry ride across Puget Sound. Anybody interested? That sounds great! said Benny. I cant w...
Hurry, Jessie! said Benny, who never liked to be kept waiting in suspense. Read the note, okay? The four Alden children had just stepped into their hotel suite after saying good-bye to Reena. Dont worry, Benny! Jessie laughed. Ive been itching to get...
Hi, kids! Reena greeted them with a cheery smile. I was afraid the rain might keep you away. She slid into the booth beside Violet. Henry grinned. Nothing keeps Benny away from food, he teased. Everyone laughed, including Benny. Just then, the waitre...
By the time Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny got back from the grocery store the next morning, it was just starting to rain. I hope Reena still wants to go sightseeing, said Benny, while they put the groceries away. Remember what she said, Benny? Vio...
Is it true, Grandfather? asked six-year-old Benny. Is there really an underground city in Seattle? He couldnt believe his ears. James Alden smiled at his youngest grandchild. There sure is, he said, looking around the airport. In fact, you can take a...