"Perhaps we can."
The train was only a short distance in front of them now and the monoplane was much nearer the ground than it had been previously.
"Get ready," warned Jacques.
"Whenever you say," returned Leon heartily.
There was a moment of tense silence, with every boy's nerves set in preparation for their deed. Every sense was alert.
"Let 'em go!" cried Jacques.
Instantly the two bombs were released. Silently they sped down through the darkness on their mission of death and destruction.
"Two more now," shouted Jacques sharply and the brothers hastened to obey.
Suddenly the sound of a violent explosion came to their ears from below and the daring young aviators peered down to see if they could discover the results of their efforts.
"Look at that!" cried Leon excitedly.