31/45 After they return to Europe it is another thing. Come to-morrow night at ten o'clock; all will be quiet, and you can steal away from the Club in safety." Major Alan Hawke stole away to the hidden entrance like a thief of the night. He started as he saw the menacing figure of Jules Victor glide swiftly after him to the secret opening in the wall. The servitor spoke not a single word, but watched the business agent disappear. |