She and Lawler were standing in front of a store, in a glare of light that came through a big window; and she saw his lips straighten when she told him what Slade had done. "Shorty," he said, grimly; "take care of her." And then, despite her struggles--for she knew that he was going to seek Warden--she found herself a captive in the giant's arms, while Lawler ran down the street toward Warden's office..