The two Austrians who had arrived in time to prevent his escape after his tussle with Robard now stood guard over the lad, waiting for Robard to return to consciousness. Presently the fallen man stirred, rolled over, gasped a bit, and sat up. He gazed about and took in his surroundings. An ugly look passed over his face as his eyes fell upon Chester.
"I'll get even with you for this," he said harshly, as he scrambled to his feet.
"Oh, I don't know," returned Chester with a smile. "I might only increase my indebtedness the next time we meet."
The Austrian took a threatening step forward. Chester did not flinch and the man paused and dropped the arm he had raised.
"I'll wait till we get to Vienna, and then I'll guarantee to make you whine for mercy," growled Robard.
"We shall see," said Chester.
Robard turned to his men.
"We'll go at once," he said.
"By the way," interrupted Chester, "what has happened to the ambassador?"
Robard gave a start, and looked quickly at his two men, who had turned at
Chester's words.