There was no answer.
Crossing to the window, Sergeant Hupner called:
"Sentry, call the corporal of the guard."
Almost immediately the corporal of the guard was at hand. Sergeant Hupner informed him that there had probably been a robbery in the squad room and stated the known circumstances briefly.
Corporal Jason immediately sent a member of the guard to arouse the officer of the day and ask him to come to the squad room.
Soon after Lieutenant Greg Holmes strode into the room, his sword clanking at his side.
Lieutenant Holmes heard Sergeant Hupner's report, which was but a short one.
Then the young officer of the day turned to Corporal Hal, eyeing him keenly.
"Corporal Overton, isn't there something you can tell me about this? You were found awake, shaking somewhat and with an alarmed look on your face."
"That is true, sir," Hal Overton admitted.