"Well," Ned called back, as the new arrivals shouted down from the ledge, "what do you want?"
"We want to talk with you."
"Cripes," Jimmie grinned, "we're in good demand today. The stock of
Boy Scouts must be gettin' shy!"
"Go on and talk, then," Ned answered, well satisfied as to what the fellows wanted.
"Shall we come down there?"
"You stay away!" Jimmie replied. "We're a little particular about our company!"
"Is that little runt speaking for you?" demanded the man on the ledge. "If he is, we'll do something besides talk."
"For the present he is," Ned replied. "What can I do for you?"
"You can surrender yourself. We have warrants for your arrest."
"Couldn't think of it!" was the cool reply. "We prefer to remain at liberty."