CHAPTER XIV

THE SURPRISE Jubilation at the discovery was not Ted Scott’s only emotion. Rage was there, also, as he saw the obsequious rascal without whose aid the nefarious plans of the gang could not have been carried out. “So we meet again,” Ted muttered through his clenched teeth. “I’d rather see that face of yours than win a fortune.” The man’s resting spell was of short duration. He picked up the pail and again began his upward climb. Ted followed with renewed energy. The sight of his enemy so near at hand had sent a thri…