The rest will come easy; and, Motoza, you and I will be rich." There was an emphasis in this declaration that was convincing to the dusky partner in crime.

He nodded his head and made no further protest.
Evidently he was under the influence of his white ally.
At this juncture the couple turned their backs upon the eavesdropper, who had stolen to within a few paces of them.

They continued talking, but the change of position prevented his hearing what was said.

It was peculiarly exasperating, for, though he had gained considerable information, he still lacked the most important news of all.

He had heard no intimation of where the prisoner was held.