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"There is no necessity; I have simply to go with you." "May I then be permitted to say that not a moment must be thrown away? General Yozarro is expected, and if we linger it will be too late." Just then the alert ears of the man heard an unusual stir below. "I fear he has come; we must not stay." He lowered his voice to a whisper and could not repress signs of agitation.
To bring to naught anything of that nature, he determined to wage war against Yozarro and shatter the opportunity that fortune had placed in the hands of that detested individual. It cannot be said that the logic of Bambos was of the best, but it must be remembered that the gentle passion plays the mischief with numskulls as well as with men of wisdom.
General Yozarro, who was riding in advance along the narrow trail, and listening to the words of his niece at the rear, called over his shoulder: "That privilege shall be yours in a brief time, Miss Starland; I am glad you are interested." "How could any one help it? Is the Castle yours, General?" "Yes; it may be said to be a part of the spoils of war.
Although this species of craft are not intended to carry passengers, outside the necessary equipment, General Yozarro had caused the small compartment to be fitted up and furnished suitably for the entertainment of guests.
My fear of you was my chief reason for trying to frighten them off from boarding." Captain Ortega seemed to think the subject entertaining, for he lit another cigarette first offering the box to the American crossed his legs, leaned back at his leisure, looked smilingly up in the American's face, and said in an even voice: "It may be treason, Major, but General Yozarro is a coward!
"There can be no forecasting the whims of the public; the hero of today is the traitor of tomorrow, and vice versa; suppose some one other than you should be fixed upon; suppose General Yozarro should be called to the head of the confederation?" The crimson countenance became more crimson; the breaths shifted to pants, and the tiny eyes twinkled with a sinister light. "Impossible!
"Only one thing can be made of it; it is as I said; General Yozarro is determined you shall remain here for some time to come and he gives no more thought to the foolhardiness of his action than if he were a child too young to walk." "What of the story of a war between the republics?" "I do not believe a word of it." "Meantime, what are we to do?"
The latter was approaching fast and came up panting slightly from the exertion. "Martella, you will not forget to remind General Yozarro that I was quick to obey his command, as soon as you gave it to me?" "Have no fear, Captain." In the immeasurable relief and the dread of awaking distrust, the deserter punished himself. Instead of immediately following his charge, he remained facing the officer.
"Perhaps the Captain would like to put that question to General Yozarro." "I shall be pleased to read your order." "The only order I bear has just been given to you." "Impossible! General Yozarro would never do a thing like that." "Perhaps you would like to say that also to the General. But I will save you the trouble; I will tell him myself that you refuse to do as commanded."
The other returned the salute but did not speak. His weapon was still in his hand and not a movement below eluded him. Generals Bambos and Yozarro were standing beside each other, the latter with his handkerchief still in his hand, though he ceased to flutter it, since the necessity had passed. Now and then the two spoke in low tones, for the turmoil was succeeded by a hush that was impressive.
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