"I will call later and buy the ticket," he said to the broker. "At present I have some business with this young rascal, who robbed me this morning of a considerable sum of money. Now he has the assurance to make a charge against me."
The broker looked from one to the other. He was bewildered, and could not decide which to believe.
Crawford Lane and the two boys went out into the street.
"Now, Mr. Lane," said Scott, in a resolute tone, "please hand over that money."
"So you are acting the part of a highway robber, are you? If you know what is best for yourself you will get away from here as soon as possible."
"I am ready to go as soon as you give me my money. If not——"
"Well, if not?"
"I will summon a policeman."
It chanced that a member of the Broadway squad was within hearing.