THE PILOT'S GRIP The situation was one of extreme danger--a madman with a Winchester rifle.

Something must be done and quickly.

But what?
It would be death to anyone appearing at the door.
"I'll speak; you keep your eyes on him," said The Duke.
"Hello, Bruce! What's the row ?" shouted The Duke.
Instantly the singing stopped.

A look of cunning delight came over his face as, without a word, he got his rifle ready pointed at the door.
"Come in!" he yelled, after waiting for some moments.

"Come in! You're the biggest of all the devils.