CHAPTER XXXI.
SNELL TALKS.
Frank was not the only one who had observed the man in black as that mysterious individual was departing.

Bart Hodge saw the sinister stranger, and instantly recognized him from Frank's description.
"Great Scott!" thought Bart.

"What can that imp of Satan be up to here ?" The man was hurrying from the grounds, and Hodge followed.

The man passed the sentry, but Bart was challenged.
"See that man ?" said the lad, hurriedly.

"I am satisfied that he has been up to some mischief.