He drew up a chair and sat down near Dick. For fully thirty minutes the boys had their heads close together, talking in low tones.
At intervals Buckhart laughed heartily.
The professor came in and found them thus.
“What are you up to now, boys?” he asked. “What are you whispering about?”
“You will find out in time, professor,” answered Dick.
And both lads laughed.
CHAPTER XXVII—THE PROFESSOR’S GAME
Early in the afternoon of the following day, Professor Gunn informed Dick and Brad that he was going out with a friend to inspect some ancient Egyptian relics.
“Take us with you,” urged Merriwell.
“Do take us,” implored Buckhart.