“My soul!” he gasped. “They will be upon us before the alarm can be given!”
It was easy to foresee the effect of such a surprise upon the prospectors.
They would, no doubt, be cut down before they could really prepare themselves for the onslaught.
In that moment a dozen daring schemes flitted through the brain of the young inventor.
He thought of starting the Steam Man out amongst them with a view to breaking up their advance.
But the creek was between, and it would be some trouble to find a fording place.
Under the circumstances Frank executed the most sensible move that he could.
He stole quickly back into the camp.
It was but a moment’s work to silently arouse Silver Sam and Diamond Jake.
He quickly explained the situation to them.