And a mystery he must remain for the present, although in the story of the Broncho Rider Boys
with Funston, the mystery is cleared away, and the ownership of the ten thousand pounds is settled in a manner that shows what strange things may happen when a nation is at war.
“There is just one more question which I should like to ask,” said Lieutenant Grant to Billie, as the boys were about to leave. “Of course there were no Americans in the force that captured Presidio del Norte?”
“Certainly not,” replied Billie. “I am reliably informed that every American, except we three, left the city some hours before it was captured. Isn’t that right, Captain Peak?” And Billie turned to the captain of the rangers.
“Such is the report that was made to me,” declared the captain, “and I have no reason to doubt it!”
“Then that will be all,” laughed the lieutenant; “and I wish you a pleasant journey home. When do you start?”
“Just as soon,” replied Billie, “as we can get old Bray loaded with enough provisions to carry us through.”
And with a hearty handshake all around, the boys started to make preparations for continuing their journey, carrying with them the best wishes of all the Texas Rangers.
THE END.