"We wish to speak to Nick Carter."
Nick, who recognized the voice of Mustushimi, replied instantly:
"I am he. What do you want?"
"I am the Baron Mustushimi, and-"
"I knew that, baron. Go on."
"You have one of my men in that house, and I want him at once. Will you deliver him over to me yourself great trouble?"
"I have no such man here as you describe."
"That is not true."
"Well, anyhow, I will not deliver such a man to you."
"Then take the consequences. Forward, men! Smash in the door!"