And when he is free--" "Then he must be shadowed, of course," returned the Major, nodding wisely.

"If it's true the fellow loves Louise, then he's no intention of hurting her.

So make your minds easy.

Wherever the poor lass has been taken to, she's probably safe enough." "But think of her terror--her suffering!" cried Uncle John, wringing his chubby hands.

"Poor child! It may be his idea to compromise her, and break her heart!" "We'll stop all that, John, never fear," promised the Major.