However, they quickly got clear of the railway station, engaged apartments at an hotel, and then, without waiting to eat or drink, made their way towards the gaol.
"I wonder what house that is with the Union Jack flying over it," said Mrs. Harkaway, as they passed along a street near the harbour.
"The British consulate very likely," said her husband "We had better call there."
But the consul was not at home.
"Do you know where he is gone?" asked Harvey of the servant.
"Why, sir, there are some Englishmen to be tried to-day for coining, and he is gone to watch the case."
"To-day?"
"Yes, sir; in fact, the trial will commence in ten minutes," replied the man, after consulting his watch.
"Where does the trial take place?"
"The second turning on the left, sir. The hall of justice is a large building just round the corner."