Everybody is concerned about Fred. He'd developed a phobia of seawater. One day Fred finds himself confronting his fears when his brother, Ernie, gets dragged by the ropes of a raft moving adrift.
Karl and Jeremiah set out to explore the other side of the island. When they don't return at the accorded time, the remaining family members fret about their luck. Finally Lotte goes on a search and rescue operation.
Ernie feels useless in providing things for the household. He runs away after a heated discussion. A frantic search goes afoot when his disappearance lasts longer than usual.
Gambi, one of Laffite's most trustworthy friends stands now on the Englishmen's side. He has managed to learn from Jeremiah where Laffite's rifles are hidden.
