The major consented unwillingly. "It's your lookout. If you come out alive, I shall be surprised, that's all. Take some scouts, too," he added, as he lit a cigar and went on with his walk up and down among his men.
ONE:It was too foolish to answer."Didn't you, then? You did, though, and you can[Pg 213] go back with me till we find out why. Give me your firearms. Lively!"
ONE:He must be looking for his landing! Sandy called.
TWO:Now the clouds hid them. By use of his instruments he could keep on a level keel, Larry knew, and with the engine throttled off, they could not be traced by its roar.
TWO:Signaling! cried Larry, cutting the gun and turning to observe.
THREE:That would explain why acid was put on them, agreed Dick. It wouldnt explain any other attempts, though.Breaking into a hearty laugh, Jeff slapped Sandy on the shoulder.
THREE:Now you had better go and get that life preserver, and well cut it open, suggested Mr. Everdail. I guess its safe enough hidden in the tail of Jeffs plane He was baiting their trap. Dont look so surprised, Jeffthat was what caused your hoodooed crate to go out of controlbut we dont suspect you of putting it there!
