Stan looked at O'Malley. "I thought you'd get some sense into that shaggy head of yours."
"We'll rot right here," O'Malley said with a scowl. "But the likes o' you has need o' someone to look out for you."
"Thanks," Stan said. "You are very thoughtful."
CHAPTER VIII
ESCAPE
The three Yanks were sitting on their balcony restlessly watching the activity in the German camp below. They were beginning to wonder if General Bolero ever meant to release them from their promise. His sons still remained at the villa, but they never mentioned the war. Suddenly Lorenzo burst out on the balcony. He halted and lifted both hands excitedly.
"Italy has surrendered!" he announced. "You are free men!"
Before the Yanks could reply, Arno and Tony rushed in. They were very excited.