“Then we’ll go down to the hall.”
On their way, however, Browning was seen coming toward them hurriedly, much to the astonishment of all.
“He’s really hurrying!” exclaimed Frank. “What does it mean?”
“Something is up,” declared Hodge.
“Something has gone wrong! Diamond isn’t with him.”
Bruce came up, breathing heavily.
“Come on, fellows!” he exclaimed. “We are needed.”
“Where?” asked Frank.
“Up the shore.”
“What’s the matter? Diamond in trouble?”