"I saw clearly what I saw only dimly before," answered the Hindu gravely. "The captives held in the same camp with Veena; one is a man, gray bearded and full of years. That is your father, Dick Sahib."
"Dick's father? Why how did Professor Oakwood get down here in the jungle?" Dan was incredulous.
"He was lured from the oasis by a trick. And he was not taken alone. A young girl is also kept for ransom."
"A girl? Who can it be?" cried Dan as the truth began to dawn upon him.
"Already you guess who it is, Dan Sahib, and your suspicions are correct. The girl who is captured is young and beautiful with dark eyes and curly black hair. She is brave, although her case is desperate, and she calls upon you for help. She is your sister, Dan Sahib!"
CHAPTER X
WAR CANOES
Ray Carter a captive!
This terrible news stunned the two boys for an instant, then spurred them to furious action. Their canoe drove forward. Soon the Mahatma's boat was left far behind.