"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.