"Oh, yes, certainly," and the road-agent gave a signal, which was promptly answered by two men appearing in the edge of the pines.
They wore long black robes and red masks, also, and their appearance was proof that their leader had not come alone.
"Bring the baggage belonging to this lady, and her side-saddle and bridle, also," called out the leader.
The men disappeared, and Doctor Dick asked:
"Do you expect to keep up your lawless acts much longer without meeting the fate you deserve, Sir Outlaw?"
"Yes, for the money I get is worth taking big chances for, Doctor Dick, and, gambler that you are, you never do a better day's work than what sum this gold calls for."
"It is a long lane that has no turn, and the turn will come for you some day," said Harding.
A light laugh beneath the mask was the answer, and Celeste Seldon's face wore a clouded expression Harding was not slow to observe.
"Then I am free to go, sir?" and Celeste turned to the outlaw.
"You are, Miss Seldon," was the answer.