"A fellow escaped from Dartmoor the other day. It's worth hearing; I'll tell you all about it later on," said Dick.
Picton Woodridge staggered backwards. At first Dick thought he was about to fall. He looked at him in astonishment.
"What's the matter, Pic?" he asked.
"Curious fit of faintness came over me; I'm all right now," said Picton, but Dick thought he didn't look it.
CHAPTER III
THE MAN ON THE ROAD
DICK Langford told Brack's story to Picton Woodridge and Captain Ben. Both listened attentively: it was immensely interesting to them. From time to time Ben looked at his friend to see how he took it. Dick, absorbed in his tale, did not notice the look of strained attention on their faces. They were silent when he finished.
"Not bad for Brack, eh?" said Dick.
The simple question made them start.