Suddenly, in the midst of the lively chatter and laughter, the dance floor was plunged into total darkness!
Phyl clung fearfully to her escort. "Tom!" she gasped. "This is another trick of your enemy's to harm you!"
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"Don't worry, Phyl. It may be only a blown fuse," Tom tried to assure the fearful girl.
But Tom was worried himself. Not only might he be in danger, but it could involve his friends!
Nevertheless, he raised his voice above the excited babble. "Please be calm, everyone! We'll have the lights on again in a jiffy!"
Taking Phyl by the hand, Tom groped his way toward the main door.
"Let's check the switch," he murmured, and ran his hand over the wall near the door. He located the metal plate and flipped the switch.