CHAPTER 17“THE DOCTOR”
“There! You may set the electric drill in motion tonight, or as soon as you please.”
Nixon stood by a basin of water in the cellar, washing his hands.
Gilmore and Geary, with smiling faces, stood near the break in the cellar wall.
“Three million dollars are almost within reach,” said the latter, “and then here’s one man for Europe.”
“What’s that for?” asked Gilmore.
“It’s safer over there.”
Gilmore lit a cigar and handed one to his companion.
“It’s safe enough anywhere now,” he said.
“What makes you think so?”
“Haven’t we got rid of Nick Carter and Chick?”
Geary looked doubtful for a moment.
“They are out of the way for the present,” he said, seeing that Gilmore expected him to say something.
“Do you think they will get away?” demanded Gilmore.
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