“Ah! Then do not.”
“To the contrary, I will try it, and prove to you that I mean what I say this very night.”
“Do not do anything rash.”
“What is more, I will capture the counterfeiters for you at the same time if you will follow my directions.”
“What are they?”
“Post soldiers at near intervals all around the valley. The rascals certainly are hiding in some place in the cliffs.”
“Ah! what is their purpose?”
“Escape! They will in the night cross the death valley and get away from us.”
The captain was much impressed with Frank’s statements.
“I have no intention of disputing you, Mr. Reade,” he said, quietly, “or of seeking to know how you get your information.”