"But should he approach you at any time and beckon you to follow him, do so at once, and without hesitation.

It is Colonel Angeli's wish.

You are in the charge of this brave man, who will watch over your welfare." "That settles it, my dears," said Uncle John, cheerfully, when the soldier and the concierge had withdrawn.

"This Italian friend doesn't do things by halves, and I take it we are perfectly safe from this time on.".