There was a scratching noise at the door. Then a voice croaked, "My name is Isadore Summers."
I reached a trembling hand for the door.
"Wait, you fool!" Rene cried. He picked up the flash and got his gun. "Stand behind me and keep your hands off your gun. I know when to shoot and when not to shoot. You don't."
"If it's Uncle Isadore...."
"I tell you you've got to leave it up to me, if you want to get off this planet alive. Now stand back and keep your mouth shut, no matter what happens."
He kicked the door open and stood back and to one side of it. "Come in with your arms up!"