He reached the consul's residence, knocked, and was admitted by the same servant who had formerly opened the door to Chivey.
"Is his Excellency the Consul at home?"
"Yes, but very much engaged," replied the flunkey.
"I do not particularly wish to see him, but I have found this letter in the street, and it may be something of importance."
"Right, my good feller; 'ere's a franc for you."
And the door was closed on Lenoir, who hastened away.
Two hours later the governor of the gaol and the consul were engaged in an important conversation.
But their plans must, for the present, remain a secret, nor did Jack and his imprisoned friends know that their last letter had produced a better effect than the first.
CHAPTER CII.