CHAPTER XXIII

Performance Begins § I The red light on the serpentine pillar glowed fiercely. The masked man remained motionless in his chair. In the dim green light he looked utterly inhuman. “H.Q.,” said a nasal voice. “Report of Divisional Chief D. Plans complete for concentrating all units upon Sector 2 D 1 to-night. Sector Captain 1 D 3 detailed for special duty has established touch with other Sector captains. His report is expected at any moment. Everything in order. Report ends.” A moment…