The latter shrugged his shoulders.
“Think as you please,” he said. “Whatever my work, I have failed.”
“Yes, you have failed,” said Lord Hastings. “And you know the penalty?”
“Yes,” said the prisoner quietly, “it is death.”
“Yes,” repeated Lord Hastings slowly, “it is death!” Then to the men: “Guard him as you value your lives.”
Motioning to Jack and Frank to follow him, Lord Hastings led the way to his cabin.
CHAPTER VII.
DEATH OF THE SPY.
“What will you do with the spy, Lord Hastings?” asked Frank.
“Shoot him,” was the brief reply.
Frank was silent for some moments.