Suddenly a piercing and uncommon cry was uttered by Phillip Redgill as he turned his eyes towards the vehicle.
The coach stopped.
In an instant the skeleton descended from the box.
Those inside alighted with great expedition, and, weapon in hand, advanced towards the inn door.
Wildfire Ned was astonished, but not dismayed.
He bit his lip, and his eyes flashed fire.
Without a word of warning the Skeleton rushed upon him.
Captain Jack and Faulkner spurred their horses away from the spot as speedily as possible.
They did not stay a single moment longer to witness what took place.
They only thought of their own safety, and galloped off as if they had suddenly confronted so many devils.