All this the Bradys possessed themselves of very quickly after arriving at Allerton’s lodging house.
He was not in when they called, but they waited for him.
In due time he entered.
At once the Bradys introduced themselves and a pleasant conversation followed.
“I can assure you,” said young Banks, “the disappearance of my fiancee has been a dreadful blow to me. I have until now never given up hope that she might be found alive.”
“I fear there is no ground for such a hope,” said Old King Brady. “You will do well to preserve your own life from the same gang.”
Allerton was startled.
“Is that true?” he exclaimed.
“As true as can be. We have come to warn you.”
Young Banks was dumfounded. He listened to the story repeated by the Bradys.