She had so fondly set her heart on reuniting the Dentons that her disappointment was very great.
Von Holtz noticed the girl's mood and became thoughtful.

Captain Carg had remained glum and solemn ever since they had left the colonel's office.

Uncle John sat in silent indignation, wondering what could be done to influence these stupid Germans.

Presently the lieutenant remarked: "That sailor whom you left with the launch seemed an intelligent fellow." Patsy gave a start; Uncle John looked at the young man expectantly; the captain nodded his head as he slowly replied: "Henderson is one of the picked men I brought from Sangoa.

He is both intelligent and loyal." "Curiously enough," said von Holtz, "I neglected to place the man under arrest.