There was no sign of any guard visible, nor any movement perceptible in the open vista beyond the cave entrance.

The girl touched Mendez's arm.
"Wait; I would ask a question, or two first, before we venture further.
I was brought in this way, yet my memory is not clear.

There are two log houses before the cave ?" "Yes," he answered readily, "one somewhat larger than the other--the men occupy that; the other is for myself and my officers." "Besides Cateras ?" "No, not at present; at times I have guests.

It would be pleasurable to entertain you, and your friend." "No doubt.

You expect Lacy ?" "You know that also?
How did you learn ?" "I heard you talk to the men at the other end.