A man was exploring his carpet-bag, which for convenience he had deposited on the table, in search, no doubt, of valuables.
"What are you doing there?" demanded Paul, sitting up in bed.
The man turned suddenly, and revealed to Paul the well known features of Luke Denton.
CHAPTER XXXIX.
A THIEF FOILED.
Until that moment Denton had not taken the trouble to notice the face of his roommate. He had only observed that he was a boy.
The recognition was mutual, and it is hard to tell who was the more surprised.
"The train boy, as I'm a sinner!" ejaculated Denton, in amazement.
"Luke Denton!" ejaculated Paul in turn.