And on making inquiries it was learned that a tiger had been prowling about for three or four nights, and that they had set a trap cage for the brute.

The colonel and Bruce at once assumed charge.

The old zest returned with all its vigor and allurement.

Even Kathlyn and Pundita decided to join the expedition, though Pundita knew nothing of arms.
Now, this village was the home of the nine brigands, and whenever they were about they dominated the villagers.

They were returning from a foraging expedition into the hills, and discovered the trap cage with the tiger inside.