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Updated: June 29, 2025
"But at all events, we can't remain here inactive while that villain Robard is about his work." "You're right there, Chester," said Hal. "Something must be done, and as there is no one else aware of this plot, I guess it is up to us." "As I said before, you can count on me to the limit," said Uncle John. "I'm counting on you, Uncle John," replied Chester. "I know you will do your part."
Hal and Chester were also tied to chairs, after which Robard took his leave, saying: "I'll see you the first thing in the morning." "What are you going to do with us?" demanded Chester. "I haven't decided yet," was the reply. "But wait. If you will return me the paper you took from me I shall let you all go now." "It's too late," said Hal quietly. "I gave the paper to General Ferrari."
And what are we to do while you are in the house? Surely you are not expecting that we shall all be admitted?" "No," replied Hal, "and my plan is this: I shall reach the house somewhat earlier than the time set, moving up my watch to avoid suspicion should anything be said. Thus I shall make sure that Robard has not returned. I shall wait.
"Oh, yes, he got away all right," said Robard with a frown. "He's as strong as an ox, and a real fighter." "Then he was responsible for all this human wreckage we found when we came in?" demanded Hal. "He was," was the grim reply, "but the next time I get my hands on him there will be a different story to tell. Why, he's a madman when he gets started."
The ambassador and Robard climbed into the first, and Hal found himself separated from his friends as he was pushed into the second machine; Chester and Uncle John were in the third.
"I'll wait till we get to Vienna, and then I'll guarantee to make you whine for mercy," growled Robard. "We shall see," said Chester. Robard turned to his men. "We'll go at once," he said. "By the way," interrupted Chester, "what has happened to the ambassador?" Robard gave a start, and looked quickly at his two men, who had turned at Chester's words.
"I shall see that your actions are brought to the attention of the emperor," declared the ambassador. "And more than that, I shall immediately notify the Italian authorities of your plans, that they may be on their guard." "You will never do that," replied Robard, and his voice was so low that the listeners could scarcely catch the words.
Still, he determined to bide his time and take advantage of the first opportunity that presented itself. The two Austrians who had arrived in time to prevent his escape after his tussle with Robard now stood guard over the lad, waiting for Robard to return to consciousness. Presently the fallen man stirred, rolled over, gasped a bit, and sat up. He gazed about and took in his surroundings.
"You must remember that until I have crossed the frontier I am still the ambassador to Italy. I am upon my honor to leave the country peaceably." "But no one would know you had a hand in the matter, sir." "That is not the point," was the reply. "But I have made all arrangements," protested Robard. "Everything is ready.
The lad thought for a moment of following up his advantage and attempting to escape, but before he could act, Robard whipped out a revolver and covered him. "Stand back!" he ordered. Chester stood still. "I've a notion to kill you right here," cried the Austrian furiously. "What do you mean by hitting me?" "What do you mean by hitting me?" demanded Chester.
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