"To-morrow, then," nodded Don Luis. "But, for to-day, I am tired of this place. There is much about which I wish to consult you, caballeros, at my office."
Tom glanced swiftly, covertly at Harry, then responded:
"In that case, my dear Don Luis, we are wholly at your service."
CHAPTER V
THE MINE THAT DID AND DIDN'T
At the head of the shaft, Nicolas, the servant, awaited them.
"Nicolas, you rascal!" exclaimed Don Luis, angrily. "You have not been attending your caballeros."
"Your pardon, excellency, but the automobile moved too swiftly for me," pleaded Nicolas. "All the way to the mine I ran, and here I have waited until now."
"Keep pace with your duties hereafter, scoundrel," commanded Don
Luis, angrily.
Nicolas stepped meekly to the rear of the party. It was his business to attend Tom and Harry everywhere. In Mexico one of the grade of gentleman, if he wishes only a glass of water, does not go for it; he sends the attending servant.