One of these rooms was at that moment being prepared for the bridal supper, and many servants were engaged in laying out the tables with costly plate.
Two or three Skeletons entered.
The servants gave a loud shout of terror, and vanished through an opposite door.
They made their way at a terrific pace towards the ball-room.
“What means all this commotion?” said the marquis.
“Where is my son?” demanded the marchioness.
“My brother, has aught happened to him?” said the trembling bride.
Before any explanation could be given one of the doors opened, and in rushed several of the Skeleton Crew.
On the instant they were confronted by Wildfire Ned, Lieutenant Garnet, and Bob, and most of the gentlemen present, who whipped out their swords, and darted at the grim intruders.
Some of the ladies fainted.