"It is the ring Merriwell wears when he is not in ranks—the twisted band, with a black stone set in it."
"And you want me to obtain that ring and give it to you?"
"Yes."
"For which I am to receive twenty-five dollars?"
"Yes. What is your answer?"
"This is my answer!"
Like a flash, Hodge struck out straight from the shoulder, and his fist caught Snell between the eyes.