"Watch—out—that—gang—desperate—be—after—you."

"But who are they, Uncle James?"

"Toutou—worst—Beran—many—bad—lot."

"Where did they take you? Tell us, and we shall have them arrested?"

The gray eyes glittered.

"No—no—lad—avoid—police—don't—talk—treasure—"

"Where is the treasure?" I interposed.

"Bull—cedars—li—"

His breathing dwindled to little, fluttering gasps, but he fought on.

"How did you find it, Uncle James?" asked Hugh softly.