He landed in what appeared to be a lower cell than the first one, and when he regained his feet he heard an outburst of demon laughter.
"The liar dies! The fool finds his end in darkness!" said a mocking voice.
[CHAPTER XVII.]
OLD BROADBRIM'S CATCH IN PERTH.
Meantime Old Broadbrim was riding toward Perth.
Totally oblivious to what was then taking place on Round Robin Ranch, the detective thought of his strange mission, and wondered why Belle Demona should send him to Perth with her jewels just at that time.
Once beyond the ranch he gave Black Duke the spur, for he was anxious to reach Perth and deliver the packet.
Besides this, he could consult the authorities and discover when he and Waters could get away with their man after taking him, and with such thoughts for his companions he galloped on.