"Boys," said Bert suddenly, "I believe there is something mysterious about that house. I thought so when I saw how queer Muchmore acted. Now, with what George tells me, I am more than ever inclined to that belief."
"What can we do about it?" asked Vincent.
"Maybe we can investigate," went on Herbert, "I'd like to find out more about the place."
"We might make an excuse for going there tomorrow, by asking if the fire did much damage," suggested Cole.
"And be put out for our pains," objected Vincent. "No, I'm going to stay away from there."
"I guess that will be best, for a time," decided Bert.
CHAPTER XII
SAGGER'S FIRE LOSS
Though the boys were not thanked by Muchmore, for their good work at the blaze in the Stockton mansion, the lads knew that they had done efficient service. Herbert, however, was not satisfied with his department.
"There are lots of things we'll have to do better," he told Vincent and Cole, the next day. "We get in each other's way, and we're not quick enough. Why, it took ten minutes for all of us to assemble last night."