"Drop that gun or I'll bore a hole through you. No, don't bother to turn first."
Realizing that he was absolutely in the other's power, the newcomer obeyed. The revolver fell clattering to the floor.
"Now," said Hal, "I'd like to have a look at you. Please turn around."
Slowly the other turned, and, as Hal caught sight of the man's face, his own revolver dropped to the floor and he sprang forward with outstretched hand.
"Major Derevaux!" he cried.
CHAPTER XXIII
THE MAJOR EXPLAINS
The man who had emerged from the closet gazed at Hal in amazement.
"Who are you?" he exclaimed, taking a step forward.
"What! Don't you know me?" exclaimed Hal.