CHAPTER VI
In the SeraglioWith a parting word to Turgan and his followers, Damis made his way alone down the hill and into the thick tropical jungle which grew up almost to the gates of the Viceregal palace. He was well [110] acquainted with a secret entrance into the building. It was a matter of minutes for him to locate the outer end and open it.
For half a mile he made his way underground until a huge stone door barred his way. He felt for the hidden catches and the slab of rock rose before him. As he turned toward the doorway he found himself looking into the muzzle of a black ray tube in the hands of a gigantic Jovian in the uniform of the Viceroy's guards.
"Whence came you, Nepthalim?" demanded the guard, a cold note of suspicion in his voice.
"From far Torna," replied Damis read
