The punch never landed. A crisp voice said, "Don't do it!"
Encircling arms fell away. Rick turned, knees weak.
A man in Boy Scout uniform stood in the cabin door, and in his hand was a Police Positive.
"All right," the Scout said cheerfully. "Party's over."
CHAPTER XIX
Taped for Trouble
Another Scout leader moved into the cabin, followed by Scotty. Rick gave them a grin, then turned and picked up the gun behind Jan's chair. He stuck it in his pocket and untied the girl.
The plastic cap was still on her head. He lifted it off gently and put it on top of the machine.