"That is evidently the truth," declared Adrian, and he proceeded to tell Mr. Black what was being done to get him and his daughter to Vera Cruz, and how José had played them false.
For a moment it looked as though Mr. Black might wreak his vengeance on José, but after a minute he thought better of it.
"You ought to die this minute," he declared, "but I'll wait till I have more time." Then to Adrian: "What had we better do now?"
Before Adrian could reply the clear note of a bugle rang out upon the night air.
CHAPTER XXI.
ADRIAN HAS AN ACCIDENT.
"What do you suppose that means?" asked Adrian.
Mr. Black made no reply and a moment later the bugle call was repeated.
"It sounds to me," said Mr. Black, "as though some fresh troops were coming in."