“What shall we do with them?”
The Kite was drifting over a vast lake many miles in extent, peopled with loathsome reptiles, alligators and snakes.
In the center of the lake was a small, barren island.
“Let us leave them down there,” said Harding. “They may get ashore the best way they can.”
Barney and Pomp were pleased with the plan, and the air-ship was allowed to descend. Just above the island it was brought to a stop.
CHAPTER XII.
RESCUE—THE TREASURE FOUND.
Then the rope ladder was put over and Barney descended.
The bodies of the three villains were lowered by means of a rope.
Just as the last one was lowered they began to come to. Vane sprang to his feet. But Barney was far up the rope ladder.
The villain, overcome with horror, looked about him and saw what the game was.