"We'll have to keep mighty strict watch, though," he said. "Well, now
let's feed this American, Stone. I'll draw straws with you to see who
keeps guard while Bob comes to get his breakfast at the same time. He
wants to talk to Stone, he said."
CHAPTER XX
CONFERRING BY RADIO
Bob, however, told his companions he had decided not to interview
Stone for the time being, and explained his reason, as well as what he
hoped to gain from conversation with the prisoner.
"I believe," he declared, "that Stone is a warm-hearted, adventurous
young fellow with no particular love for the Mexican rebels, but
merely serving under their banner for the excitement. And I believe if
we approach him right we can win his help in rescuing Mr. Hampton. He
must know a good deal about this Calomares ranch and if we can get him
to give us some pointers it will be worth while.
"That was what I had in mind last night. But mounting guard here this
morning I had time to think it over, and I decided we had better go
slow and, if possible, get the advice of my father on the matter."
"But how could you do that?" asked Frank. "Go back to Hampton ranch
again?"
Jack interrupted excitedly.
"No, Frank, don't you see!" he said.
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